POSITION: #028-ADM-02-26

Director of Accounting

District Office

8 hours per day/260 days per year

Salary: 97,671 - $128,958

Start Date Information: The current Director of Accounting is retiring at the end of August. We will hire this position with a start date of May 1, 2026, if possible, to allow for cross-training.

Summary Description: Manage the district accounting, budgeting and internal control systems for all funds. Provide primary user support for ﬁscal information within the district.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide technical expertise for the accounting, budget and internal control functions of the district’s ﬁnancial operationsMaintain general ledgers for all district funds including: General Fund, Transportation Vehicle Fund, Debt Service Fund, Capital Projects Fund and Associated Student Body Fund.
Oversee the receipting of all revenue, direct the district accounts receivable process and perform reconciliations to the general ledger.
Assist with the development and implementation of policies, procedures and standards for an effective ﬁscal management program, accurate ﬁnancial statements, and systems of internal control for district office, schools and departments.Manage the grants claiming process to ensure that the accounting systems and procedures meet federal, state and local requirements.
Prepare journal entries for schools, departments and ﬁnancial transactions originating with the county treasurer and banking institutions.
Maintain legal ﬁnancial records for accounting and budgeting in accordance with state mandate and good business practice.
Supervise and evaluate accounts payable and accounts receivable staff.
Prepare the year-end ﬁnancial report (F-196), the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA), and assist in the preparation of the annual budget (F-195).
Prepare and submit 1099s/NEC forms to the IRS.
Serve as a resource person to district administrators in matters of business office operations and accounting procedures. Provide a wide variety of ﬁscal information.
Assist in providing training and technical assistance to all district accounting staff, building and director secretaries, and other district staff as appropriate.
Maintain, monitor and revise procedures related to all aspects of internal control. Perform internal audits.
Review and approve all purchase orders for accuracy and content.
Maintain and update the chart of accounts.
Assist with controlling the investment of district funds.
Assist the Special Education department with preparing the SafetyNet application.
Serve as the primary contact with the Office of the Washington State Auditor.
Perform other accounting related duties as necessary or as assigned.

Education and Competencies:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration with an accounting emphasis.
Three years related experience in an accounting position preferably with a wide range of responsibilities in a “full charge” role.
Certiﬁed public accountant certiﬁcation preferred.
Previous management or supervision experience preferred.
General knowledge of accepted accounting practices.
Experience in government fund accounting with Washington State public school accounting preferred.
Experience with data entry devices and computer reporting systems - WSIPC (Skyward) and InTouch preferred.
Experience with systems of internal control.
Requires prolonged sitting or standing.
Attendance and punctuality are important in this position.

SCHEDULE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

UNION AFFILIATION: This position is non-represented.

BENEFITS: Health insurance benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and long term disability plans through the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). https://www.wenatcheeschools.org/hr/health-benefits

Paid leave benefits include 12 days of sick leave, 14 holidays, 4 personal leave days, and 25 vacation days.

Other benefits include $1,000 annually for professional growth and development, a transportation allowance of $125/month, and a cell phone stipend of $150/month.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility prior to working.

Disclosure Statement and Record Check: Pursuant to Chapter 486, Washington Laws of 1987, the recommended applicant, if not a current regular employee, will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating whether he or she has been convicted of crimes against persons listed in the law. In addition, a background check, based on fingerprints, will be requested from the Washington State Patrol & FBI. Employment is conditional based upon completion of the record check.

The Wenatchee School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator, Title IX Officer, Section 504 Coordinator, HIB Compliance and Gender Inclusive Schools Coordinator: Eric Anderson, Executive Director of Learning, Teaching, and Schools, Anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161

You can report discrimination and discriminatory harassment to any school staff member or to the district's Civil Rights Coordinator, listed above. You also have the right to file a complaint (see below). For a copy of your district’s nondiscrimination policy and procedure, contact your school or district office or view it online here: Policy 3210 and Procedure 3210P

El Distrito Escolar de Wenatchee no discrimina en ningún programa o actividad por motivos de sexo, raza, credo, religión, color, origen nacional, edad, condición de veterano o militar, orientación sexual, expresión de género, identidad de género, discapacidad o el uso de un perro guía entrenado o un animal de servicio y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar preguntas y quejas de supuesta discriminación: Coordinador de Derechos Civiles, Oficial del Título IX, Coordinador de la Sección 504, Coordinador de Escuelas Inclusivas de Género y Cumplimiento de HIB: Eric Anderson, Director Ejecutivo de Escuelas, anderson.eric@wenatcheeschools.org, 235 Sunset Ave. Wenatchee, WA 98801, 509 663-8161

Puede denunciar la discriminación y el acoso discriminatorio a cualquier miembro del personal de la escuela o al Coordinador de Derechos Civiles del distrito, mencionado anteriormente. También tiene derecho a presentar una queja (ver más abajo). Para obtener una copia de la política y el procedimiento de no discriminación de su distrito, comuníquese con la escuela o la oficina del distrito o véala en línea aquí: Política 3210 y Procedimiento 3210P

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