2026-2027 Accountant

2026-2027 Accountant The School District of Lee County - 3.8 Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time $23.31 an hour 8 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Financial data reconciliation Medical claims processing Medicaid billing Phone communication Client inquiry handling Privacy law Bachelor's degree in business HIPAA Employee training Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Mid-level School legal knowledge Records retention Task prioritization Budget development Health information regulatory compliance Computer skills Medicaid regulations Medicaid Teaching business Business Administration Accounting standards Educational compliance and regulation understanding Business Associate's degree 2 years Regulatory compliance accounting Communication skills Budget review Full Job Description Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Associates degree in business or related field. Two (2) years of related experience and/or training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree in business or related field. Five (5) years of related experience. Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills. Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment. Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention. Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications. Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.

Revised:

5/9/23 Responsibilities Operate office equipment, especially computers with in-house software programs. Provide accurate information to others, demonstrating specific knowledge of governmental accounting, federal and state legal statutes, and Board policies. Write and interpret financial budgets. Ensure compliance with internal, state, and federal accounting guidelines. Use effective oral and written communication skills, especially over the telephone. Organize self to accomplish tasks related to goals and prioritize items to discuss with supervisor. Provide customer-friendly service through the interaction with people at all levels of the school system and community. Perform reconciliations related to District accounting procedures. Take responsibility of training others in business financial functions. Work effectively under the stress of time, personnel shortages, and multiple requests. Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.

Revised:

5/9/23 Additional Job Information U08, $23.31, 8 hours, 255 days. Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.