School Accountant

Mercer County Technical Schools - mctsnj; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription benefits

Dental benefits

PTO and NJ Pension program

Job summary

Mercer County Technical Schools is seeking a qualified candidate for School Business Administrator/Board Secretary. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least three years of accounting experience, preferably in a public school district.

Expertise in fund accounting, grants, and DOE budget software is essential. The position includes a salary range of $85,000–$100,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• Minimum of three years of accounting experience in fund accounting and reporting.
• Experience with grants and grant reporting (federal and state).
• Knowledge of school district budgets and DOE budget software.

Skills

Budget analysis

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Public school district accounting experience

Tools

Fund accounting software

DOE budget software

Payroll software

Accounting software

Job description

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 School Year

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university;
• Exhibit an understanding of the principles and practices of financial accounting, including fund accounting and reporting procedures consistent with statute, code, and GAAP;
• Minimum of three years of successful accounting experience in the abovementioned areas, preferably in a public school district;
• Experience with grants and grant reporting, including federal and state grants;
• Knowledge and experience in analyzing school district budgets;
• Experience with Department of Education budget software;
• Understanding and experience in collecting, managing, and analyzing electronic data;
• Knowledge of purchasing requirements under 18A:18A;
• Proficiency in the use of computer systems and software essential to the operation of the business office, such as accounting, database, word processing, spreadsheet, and payroll applications;
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills;
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

REPORTS TO:

School Business Administrator/Board Secretary

SALARY RANGE:

$85,000 - 100,000

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

12-month unaffiliated position

BENEFITS:

Full-time employees receive a comprehensive medical/prescription and dental benefits package, paid time off (sick, personal, family illness, etc.), and will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.

The Mercer County Technical School District guarantees equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, color, age, creed, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, nationality, or sex.

Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml)

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