Position Summary
The Senior Accountant reports directly to the Comptroller and is responsible for assisting with month and year-end closeouts, the annual audit, and NOLA-PS’s financial reporting requirements to the Board of Education and the state. The Senior Accountant also manages the annual audit process culminating in the district’s audit report as well as day-to-day activities. Additionally, the Senior Accountant helps implement and maintain a system of internal controls in consultation with finance professionals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs month-end reconciliations for general ledger account and banking activity on a timely basis
- Assists in month-end and year-end close which may include aging reporting and key performance indicators
- Assists in the development and documentation of policies and procedures and monitors compliance
- Generates various reports for management for the general fund, fiduciary funds, proprietary funds, special revenue funds, and/or capital funds
- Oversee the procurement card process that includes ensuring all receipts are submitted and properly coded for the financial system and performs monthly reconciliation
- Oversee the grant management cycle, benefits processing, and capital asset accounting;
- Reviews disbursement activity in addition to incoming receipts
- Assists with Fixed Asset physical inventory
- Assists with Student Activity processing
- Works with internal/external auditors related to internal control analysis, month-end and year-end activities, and accruals and suggests improvements in processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness of unit
- Collaborates with various internal departments to ensure internal controls are efficient and effective
- Provides insight and recommendation to Comptroller and serve as an liaison to internal audit reporting and functions
- Serves as backup for the payroll and assist with processing W2’s and 1099
- Assists in the monitoring and oversight of day-to-day accounting activities and processes
- Trains and cross-trains employees in existing and new procedures, set standards of performance and monitors performance
- Performs other duties as required
Educational Background
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 4-6 years of relevant accounting experience strongly preferred
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
- Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook)
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
- Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 4-6 years of relevant accounting experience
- Month-end reconciliations and month/year-end close experience
- Manage annual audit process and work with internal/external auditors
- Implement and maintain internal controls and monitor compliance
- Grant management cycle and capital asset accounting experience
- Procurement card process oversight and monthly reconciliation
- Fixed asset physical inventory and student activity processing support
- Payroll support including W-2 and 1099 processing
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and provide customer service
What We Do
NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is the public school district serving Orleans Parish, Louisiana. It governs the public school system in New Orleans, overseeing a network of both direct-run and charter schools. Its mission is to ensure that every student receives a high-quality education that fosters their individual capabilities, while ensuring they thrive and are prepared for civic, social, and economic success.
