School Finance Accountant & Grants Manager

Columbus City Schools - Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Columbus City Schools in Columbus, OH seeks a financial and operational partner to strengthen financial operations, reporting, and strategic decision-making across the district.

Under general direction, the role oversees accounts payable, payroll, budgeting, internal controls, and grant management, collaborating with school leaders and auditors. Candidates should have a bachelor’s in accounting or finance and a CPA/CFE/CGFM preferred, with 3+ years experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• More than three years of accounting or financial record-keeping experience.
• Licensure: Ohio School Treasurer license; CPA, CFE, or CGFM.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial operations and performance metrics to identify automation opportunities.
• Administers accounts payable, payroll, cash management, general ledger reconciliation, asset management, and grant administration.
• Develops, monitors, and maintains budgets while ensuring alignment with priorities, fiscal accountability, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors financial activity, performs account reconciliations, investigates discrepancies, and implements corrective actions.
• Prepares and analyzes financial reports, forecasts, and management information to support planning and decision-making.
• Designs, implements, and monitors internal controls, policies, and procedures for compliance.
• Leverages financial systems to improve data quality and reporting capabilities.
• Coordinates audit-related activities and supports readiness for reviews.
• Provides financial guidance and training to stakeholders to promote sound fiscal management and continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Financial systems

ERP systems

Job description

Columbus City Schools in Columbus, OH seeks a financial and operational partner to strengthen financial operations, reporting, and strategic decision-making across the district.

Under general direction, the role oversees accounts payable, payroll, budgeting, internal controls, and grant management, collaborating with school leaders and auditors. Candidates should have a bachelor’s in accounting or finance and a CPA/CFE/CGFM preferred, with 3+ years experience.