Assistant Director - Finance

Dripping Springs ISD

Dripping Springs (TX)

On-site

USD 77,000 - 106,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Dripping Springs ISD seeks a Senior Accountant to support the Director of Finance and CFO in grants management, general ledger oversight, and financial reporting.

The role emphasizes adherence to GASB, GAAP, and TEA guidelines, with duties spanning audits, asset management, monthly closings, and internal controls. Collaboration with finance staff and campus partners is essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; accounting focus preferred.
CPA or CPA candidate preferred.
TASBO certification preferred.
GAAP, GASB, TEA requirements knowledge is essential.
Experience with federal grant accounting and compliance is expected.
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee grants and federal funds management and reporting.
Maintain general ledger integrity and month-end/year-end closing.
Coordinate audit preparation and support annual ACFR reporting.
Oversee fixed assets, reconciliations, and internal control improvements.
Direct accounts payable operations and staff development.
Provide technical accounting guidance across the district.

Skills

GAAP & GASB

FASRG & TEA

Grant accounting

Audit & controls

Reconciliations

Spreadsheet skills

Skyward ERP

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA or candidate preferred

TASBO certification preferred

Tools

Skyward ERP

Job description

Dripping Springs ISD DSISD Business & Financial Services - Dripping Springs, Texas Open in Google Maps

Assist the Director of Finance and Chief Financial Officer in managing the District’s accounting and financial operations, with primary responsibility for grants and federal funds, general ledger administration, financial reporting, audit preparation, fixed assets, reconciliations, and internal controls. Direct the day-to-day accounting and accounts payable functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; degree in accounting preferred; degree in finance or a closely related business field with significant accounting coursework may be considered
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or CPA candidate preferred
Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO) certification preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), governmental fund accounting, and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements
Knowledge of Texas Education Agency Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG) requirements and the Texas public school chart of accounts
Knowledge of federal grant accounting, compliance, reporting, allowable costs, and record retention requirements
Knowledge of audit procedures, internal controls, financial reporting, year-end closing, and fixed asset accounting
Ability to analyze and reconcile complex financial information and identify and resolve accounting discrepancies
Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Advanced spreadsheet skills and proficiency with financial management systems; experience with Skyward ERP preferred
Ability to manage personnel

Experience:

Three to five years of progressively responsible accounting, auditing, governmental accounting, or school finance experience
Texas public school district accounting and grant experience preferred
Supervisory or leadership experience preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Grants and Federal Funds

1. Serve as the Finance Department’s primary accounting and financial compliance resource for federal, state, and other grant programs.

2. Establish and maintain grant accounts and budgets within the district’s financial system in accordance with grant requirements, TEA guidance, district procedures, and the district’s chart of accounts.

3. Monitor grant revenues, expenditures, budgets, and financial activity; reconcile grant records to the general ledger; and ensure grants are properly closed within required timelines.

4. Prepare, review, and submit required grant financial reports, expenditure reports, reimbursement requests, and required documentation by applicable deadlines.

5. Maintain complete and auditable grant records and supporting documentation and coordinate with program administrators to ensure expenditures are properly coded, documented, allowable, and consistent with approved grant budgets.

6. Assist with federal and state grant audits, monitoring reviews, and compliance reviews, and monitor changes in grant accounting and financial compliance requirements.

Accounting and General Ledger

1. Maintain the integrity of the district’s general ledger and ensure financial transactions are recorded timely, accurately, and in accordance with GAAP, GASB, TEA requirements, Board policy, and district procedures.

2. Review general ledger activity and research and resolve unusual balances, coding errors, reconciling items, and other accounting discrepancies.

3. Coordinate monthly and year-end closing procedures, including journal entries, accruals, reclassifications, adjusting entries, and account reconciliations.

4. Monitor the district’s chart of accounts and maintain account structures consistent with TEA requirements and district reporting needs.

5. Review accounting processes, procedures, and internal controls and recommend improvements to increase accuracy, efficiency, consistency, and accountability.

6. Provide technical accounting assistance to district and Finance Department personnel regarding account coding, accounting treatment, documentation, and financial procedures.

Reconciliations and Financial Reporting

1. Oversee and review monthly bank and investment account reconciliations and ensure reconciling items are resolved timely.

2. Oversee reconciliations of due to/due from accounts, clearing accounts, and other balance sheet accounts as assigned.

3. Assist in the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for district administration and the Board of Trustees, ensuring information is complete, accurate, and reasonable.

4. Prepare financial analyses, schedules, reconciliations, and reports as requested by the Director of Finance or Chief Financial Officer.

Annual Audit and Fixed Assets

1. Assist in coordinating the district’s annual independent financial audit and serve as a primary Finance Department contact for assigned audit areas.

2. Prepare and maintain audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to facilitate an efficient year-end close and annual audit.

3. Assist with preparation and review of the district’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), financial statements, notes, schedules, and related year-end reporting, including implementation of new GASB requirements.

4. Maintain and reconcile the district’s capital asset and depreciation schedules throughout the fiscal year, including additions, disposals, transfers, and construction activity.

5. Prepare year-end capital asset audit schedules, depreciation calculations, supporting documentation, and related financial statement disclosures.

Accounting and Accounts Payable Operations

1. Direct the day-to-day operations of the accounting and accounts payable functions under the overall direction of the Director of Finance.

2. Provide guidance, training, and technical assistance to accounting and accounts payable personnel and review assigned work for accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with district procedures and internal controls.

3. Coordinate staff development, cross-training, and workload management in collaboration with the Director of Finance.

4. Assist in resolving complex accounting, vendor, payment, and financial system issues.

Bonds and Capital Projects

1. Assist with accounting, reconciliations, expenditure tracking, audit documentation, and financial reporting related to bond proceeds, capital projects, and debt service funds, ensuring expenditures are properly recorded, supported, and reported.

Policies, Procedures, and Training

1. Assist in developing, reviewing, and maintaining Finance Department policies, procedures, desk manuals, and internal control documentation.

2. Assist in developing and providing financial training for campus and department administrators, administrative assistants, and other district personnel.

Administration

1. Assist the Director of Finance and Chief Financial Officer with special projects, financial analyses, implementation of new accounting requirements, and other financial matters as assigned.

2. Compile, maintain, and safeguard financial reports, records, and supporting documentation in accordance with applicable legal, audit, and records retention requirements.

3. Maintain confidentiality.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervise and evaluate assigned accounting and accounts payable personnel under the overall direction of the Director of Finance. Provide day-to-day leadership, technical guidance, training, and review of assigned work. Make recommendations regarding staffing and other personnel matters as appropriate.

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours, particularly during year-end close, audit, budget preparation, and reporting deadlines; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain accuracy and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities and deadlines; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $76,555 to $105,718 Per Year

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