Coordinator IV - General Ledger and Compliance

Fort Worth ISD; Apple Valley (MN); Vor Ort; USD 86.000 - 103.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Fort Worth ISD is seeking a senior accounting professional to oversee end-to-end general ledger activities and ensure strict compliance with TEA standards. The role reports to the Director II - Accounting and supports audit readiness.

The position administers journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis, collaborating across departments. A CPA preferred and a strong background in governmental accounting is expected.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• CPA or RTSBA certification preferred.
• 4 years of progressively responsible experience in Financial Management or related field.
• Experience with public finance, payroll, grants, and treasury is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Oversees daily financial activities and end-to-end general ledger maintenance, ensuring compliance with TEA FASRG.
• Prepares and reviews complex journal entries, reconciliations (general ledger, bank, fixed assets), and accruals.
• Analyzes district financial data and budget activity to deliver actionable insights to leadership.
• Coordinates with departments to gather transactions, clears reconciling items, and optimizes cross-functional workflows.
• Supports General Ledger and Compliance teams as a subject matter expert.
• Reviews team outputs for accuracy, regulatory alignment, and resolves issues.
• Maintains deadlines, internal controls, records management, and integrity of outputs.
• Supports the Director of Accounting in audits and prepares schedules and work papers.
• Provides backup for accounts payable and leads ad-hoc financial projects as needed.

Kenntnisse

General ledger

ERS/ERP systems

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Auditing knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel advanced

Financial reporting tools

Jobbeschreibung

• Date Posted: 10/16/2026
• Location: District Service Center
• Closing Date: 10/30/2026

Reports to: Director II - Accounting

Salary Range: $85,893-$103,487

Pay Grade: 404

Duty Days: 239

PCN: 26642

FLSA Status: Exempt

POSITION PURPOSE

Serves as a core pillar of the District's financial control environment, reporting directly to the Director of Accounting. This hands‑on role ensures that accounting records, payments, reports, reconciliations, and audit materials remain accurate, timely, and trustworthy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Oversees daily financial activities, end-to-end general ledger maintenance, and ensure absolute compliance with the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG).

Prepares and reviews complex journal entries, account reconciliations, bank reconciliations, fixed‑asset logging, and accruals to guarantee accurate accounting period cutoffs.

Analyzes district financial data, budget activity, and accounting trends to deliver actionable insights for departmental leadership and management decision‑making.

Coordinates across departments to gather transaction information, clear reconciling items, and optimize cross‑functional financial workflows.

Supports the broader General Ledger and Compliance team as a subject matter expert.

Reviews team work products for total accuracy, completeness, and regulatory alignment while resolving operational or customer‑service issues.

Maintains ownership of team deadlines, internal control compliance, records management, and the overall integrity of team outputs.

Supports the Director of Accounting in preparing audit schedules, work papers, and documentation to ensure seamless external, internal, and state compliance audits.

Provides strategic backup for accounts payable functions and executes ad‑hoc financial projects as directed by leadership.

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co‑workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork; responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

• Performs all job‑related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of federal, state, and local school accounting regulations.

Knowledge of theory and practice of accounting and auditing, including governmental, tax and school accounting and auditing; grant financial reporting; budgetary controls; payroll/personnel systems; and financial reporting.

Knowledge of cash‑flow management.

Skill in integrated school district ERP platforms and advanced data reporting/spreadsheet modeling tools.

Skill in collecting, organizing and analyzing complex and/or technical data.

Skill in high‑volume data entry accuracy, complex spreadsheet manipulation, ledger reconciliation, and electronic document management.

Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Skill in accurate report writing using business language, grammar and punctuation.

Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Ability to create, analyze, coordinate, and disseminate highly technical information.

Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.

Ability to work with others under pressure and adhere to tight timelines.

Ability to use software to access databases, email, create spreadsheets, and do word processing.

Ability to organize and coordinate work.

Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.

Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS. WORK HAZRDS

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

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.

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

Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.

Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:
  o Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required;
  o Master's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Certification:
  o Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or TASBO Registered Texas School Business Administrator (RTSBA) certification preferred.
• Experience:
  o 4 years of progressively responsible experience in Financial Management, Fund Accounting/School District experience required.
  o Experience with public finance, payroll, employee benefits, procurement, federal/state grants, accounting, risk management, treasury, or administrative operations is preferred.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.