Senior Accountant, Operations - District Projects & Budgets

Hillsborough County Public Schools

Tampa (FL)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Hillsborough County Public Schools in Tampa, FL, seeks an Accountant 3 in the Operations division to supervise and perform high-level accounting for a large volume of capital transactions. Responsibilities include budgeting for capital projects, closing out projects, and ensuring compliance with laws and district policies.

The role requires managing staff, maintaining district data systems, and providing accurate financial reporting.

Qualifications

Three years of government accounting or related experience.
Master’s degree in accounting may substitute for one year of experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and district data systems.

Responsibilities

Provides continuous evaluation and research to determine payroll needs and implements enhancements.
Establishes internal controls to prevent errors or irregularities.
Directs and supervises staff in timely and proper payment of salaries and supplements.
Supervises payroll staff for direct deposits, deductions, and tax calculations.
Resolves payroll crises and coordinates daily payroll problems with Data Processing.
Establishes annual pay schedules and sick leave accruals and entitlement.
Programs payroll control records and provides monthly payroll expenditures.