Senior Accountant — District Finance Leader

Montebello Unified School District; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Montebello Unified School District seeks a Senior Accountant to perform complex accounting and financial analysis for district records, reports and systems. The role supports budget monitoring, cost analysis, and financial reporting to ensure compliance with GAAP and state guidelines.

The incumbent will guide staff on accounting processes, coordinate across departments, and provide data for audits and board reports. A four-year degree and professional accounting experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business.
• Four years of progressively responsible accounting/finance experience.
• Master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and analyze revenues, expenditures, and funds.
• Prepare budget projections, cash flow analyses, and reports.
• Assist with monthly/annual financial statements and GAAP compliance.
• Reconcile accounts, prepare cost analyses, and support audits.
• Coordinate with departments and respond to management inquiries.
• Assist with tax reports and special funds accounting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Cost accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

4 years professional accounting/finance experience

Tools

General ledger software

Financial reporting systems

Job description

Montebello Unified School District seeks a Senior Accountant to perform complex accounting and financial analysis for district records, reports and systems. The role supports budget monitoring, cost analysis, and financial reporting to ensure compliance with GAAP and state guidelines.

The incumbent will guide staff on accounting processes, coordinate across departments, and provide data for audits and board reports. A four-year degree and professional accounting experience are required.