Finance Director/Staff Accountant

Finance Director/Staff Accountant SAU 6 Public Schools School Administrative Unit 6 - Claremont, New Hampshire Job Details

Job ID:

5714977

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday Job Description The Claremont School District is located in the beautiful and picturesque Upper Valley Area of New Hampshire. The Claremont School District is approximately 35 minutes from Mount Sunapee Ski Resort and 30 minutes from all of the concerts and athletic events at Dartmouth College in Hanover. The Connecticut River flows nearby, making kayaking and canoeing very convenient after work and on the weekends. Hiking trails are plentiful. Many would say it is a great location to raise a family, renew your sense of wonder, and be part of a vibrant community supporting its schools.

Title:

Finance Director/Staff Accountant Reports to: Business Administrator

Terms of Employment:

Full-Time/260 days

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Job Goals:

The Finance Director / Staff Accountant manages financial transactions, prepares budgets, and ensures compliance with accounting standards. This role works with multiple facets of the business department, including payroll and accounts payable, to process and reconcile accounts. The Finance Director / Staff Accountant works closely with other departments to support fiscal planning and transparency. The work requires considerable technical judgment to ensure accurate accounting of often complex and unusual financial transactions.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field preferred.

Other knowledge and skills are:

Accounting experience in Fund Accounting Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including skilled in Excel Knowledge of School ERP Pro Software preferred but not required Knowledge of GAAP High attention to detail Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills Strong and effective interpersonal and communication skills; organizational skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment and/or independently

Benefits:

Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending account 403b with employer match Pension District paid basic life insurance District paid long term disability insurance Paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time The Claremont School District (SAU #6) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, creed, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with

NH RSA 189

13-a, any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a comprehensive criminal background check and fingerprinting through the New Hampshire Department of Safety and the FBI. In accordance with the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), the District provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact the Human Resources Department.

Position Type:

Full-time