Senior Accountant: Budget & Compliance Analyst

Topeka Public Schools; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Topeka Public Schools seeks an Accountant III to process, record, update, and reconcile fiscal data in line with policies. The role maintains financial records, prepares reports, and supports budgeting and audit activities.

Responsibilities include analyzing information for variances, assisting auditors, and ensuring compliance across accounts payable, receivable, contracts, and IRS documentation. Strong accuracy and teamwork are essential in a district setting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting and budget processing.
• Skills to apply district, state and federal policies and regulations; operate standard office equipment and software.
• Ability to schedule, prioritize, and maintain confidentiality while handling detailed financial data.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial information to identify budget variances and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist auditors with supporting documentation for audits.
• Reconcile financial data and maintain accurate records; prepare reports as required.
• Respond to inquiries from staff, vendors, auditors, and agencies to facilitate communication.

Skills

Policy compliance

Accounting procedures

Record keeping

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Topeka Public Schools seeks an Accountant III to process, record, update, and reconcile fiscal data in line with policies. The role maintains financial records, prepares reports, and supports budgeting and audit activities.

Responsibilities include analyzing information for variances, assisting auditors, and ensuring compliance across accounts payable, receivable, contracts, and IRS documentation. Strong accuracy and teamwork are essential in a district setting.