Project Accountant

Independence School District; Centerview (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District is seeking a Project Accountant to ensure effective office operations and robust financial oversight. The role will manage accounts, reports, and compliance with grant guidelines while supporting district personnel in best practices for financial reporting.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting (CPA preferred), strong communication skills, and experience with data management and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or business-related field required.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience in leadership/supervisory role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs various office management tasks.
• Operates office equipment with high skill.
• Maintains files, memos, data, and reports.
• Delivers high levels of customer service.
• Answers calls and directs to appropriate personnel.
• Interacts courteously with visitors, parents, students and staff.
• Demonstrates good judgement and discretion.
• Represents the District positively.
• Responds timely to informational requests.
• Performs budgeting, requisitioning, and bookkeeping tasks per policies.
• Follows safety practices and district rules.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Data management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

CPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Date Posted: 10/28/2026
• Location: 100-Central Office

INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Project Accountant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a business-related field.
• Preferred certification as a Certified Public Accountant and school district accounting or comparable governmental bookkeeping experience.
• Experience in a leadership/supervisory role preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Knowledge of data management systems and processes
• Advanced computer skills and/or experience required, particularly in Microsoft Office products.
• Possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate or acceptable.

Salary Range: $60,000.00- $70,000.00 Salary will be based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Reports to

Director of Business/Benefits

Job Goal

Provide skillful and productive operation of the office in order to assure a positive impact on the Independence School District's business practices, educational programs, and students' success.

Performance Responsibilities for District Office Personnel

• Performs various office management tasks
• Operates computers, copiers, ten-key adding machines, office machinery and equipment with a high degree of skill
• Maintains files/records, confidential and general correspondence, memos, statistical data, reports, and other office forms as assigned
• Performs duties to achieve high levels of customer service
• Answers telephone in a pleasant and respectful manner and routes calls to appropriate personnel.
• Deals courteously with visitors, parents, students and staff.
• Cooperative, flexible, and shows good judgement/discretion in interpersonal interactions
• Represents self, school, and District positively
• Responds in a timely manner to informational requests
• Performs budgeting, requisitioning, and bookkeeping tasks as necessary, following established District policies and procedures
• Demonstrates good safety practices and adheres to all District rules, regulations, and policies
• Performs other duties as assigned in order to carry out functions of the office

Performance Responsibilities for Project Accountant

• Enters and updates chart of accounts numbers.
• Analyzes and reconciles reports and accounts.
• Trains and assists Business Office and other District personnel regarding good business practices and grant financial reporting.
• Assists district personnel to monitor financial award transactions and budgets for compliance with grant guidelines.
• Maintains a comprehensive list and individual files of all financial awards (grants, contracts, contributions, etc.) in the district.
• Monitors all financial awards for compliance with grant financial guidelines and regular reimbursement of expenses.
• Creates financial reports as needed within the Business Office and for other departments.
• Performs internal audits at the direction of the Director of Business/Benefits.
• Assists in preparation of the Annual Secretary of the Board Report (ASBR).
• Assists in preparation of the annual financial statements.
• Assists in management of the annual external financial audit.
• Assists in preparation of the SEC continuing disclosure requirements for debt issues.
• Assists with special projects as assigned by the Director of Business/Benefits.
• Performs backup responsibilities for the District Accounting Specialist.
• Performs other responsibilities as necessary to carry out the functions of the office.

Terms of Employment

Project Accountant will be employed for a twelve-month position. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor using the Independence School District Performance-Based Evaluation – Office Personnel.

Postings current as of 10/30/2026 10:02:45 PM CST.

Powered by applicant tracking, a product of Frontline Education.