Senior Accountant, Payroll & Compliance Leader

Dayton Area School Consortium; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Accountant at Dayton Area School Consortium oversees the District's financial accounting operations and supports payroll-related financial activities. Responsibilities include maintaining internal controls, managing accounting and payroll tax processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance with financial reporting and retirement systems.

This role helps the Executive Director of Payroll focus on broader goals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP principles and standards.
• Strong written and oral communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical ability and mathematical aptitude for payroll and benefits tasks.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain internal controls for compliance with statutes and policies.
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Train district staff on financial systems and policies.
• Process payroll-related payments and taxes; monitor retirement contributions and withholdings.
• Assist in audit preparation and provide payroll documentation.
• Collaborate with Payroll and HR to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Staff guidance

Tools

Business Plus

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

The Senior Accountant at Dayton Area School Consortium oversees the District's financial accounting operations and supports payroll-related financial activities. Responsibilities include maintaining internal controls, managing accounting and payroll tax processes, and ensuring regulatory compliance with financial reporting and retirement systems.

This role helps the Executive Director of Payroll focus on broader goals.