General Accountant

Reading School District

Reading, PA

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accrual-Basis Accounting, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Billing, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Writing, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cost Reporting, Data Collection, Educational Administration, Educational Technology, Establish Priorities, Financial Reporting, Funding, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Government Regulations, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), Interpersonal Skills, Legal Documents, Local Government, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Performance Reviews, Policy Evaluation, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Property Tax, Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Regulations, Reporting Skills, State Government, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Reading, PA

POSTED

2 days ago

Position Type:
RSSSA - Other Director/Administrative Positions

Date Posted:
7/1/2026

Location:
Central Administration Office
Position Title: General Accountant

Classification: RSSSA, Range 5 (220)

Reports To: Accounting Supervisor

Supervises: None

Position Goal: To assist with the fiscal processes for various departments and to maintain procedures that will ensure the accounting functions of the Reading School District Business Department will be performed in accordance with all Federal, State, GAAP and GASB guidelines and requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's Degree in Accounting or Business with 7 years of directly relevant experience, or a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of directly relevant experience. Greater consideration will be given to candidates with prior school business office experience. Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and well developed interpersonal skills to successfully work with other departments/functions. Proficiency in the use and application of technology, including Excel and Word is required. Experience with PowerSchool eFinance Financial Software is preferred but not required.

Must have the ability to work additional/extended hours on as needed/required basis during busy periods of the year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to the following fundamental duties:

Accounting functions

1. Maintain the chart of accounts to properly classify expenditures in accordance with the state reporting requirements

2. Create new accounts as needed and directed

3. Reconcile General Ledger accounts as assigned

4. Assist with the review of real estate tax reconciliations

5. Assist with the preparation and filing of state financial reports

6. Review and analyze actual versus budget variances for various departments

7. Assist with managing all cash receipts

8. Assist with specific projects and assignments that arise

9. Maintain adequate records of activities for review and testing by local and state auditors

10. Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee. This job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of responsibilities and management may revise it at any time

Support other department financial functions:

1. Prepare financial reports for department Directors as requested

2. Assist in preparation/submission of financial reports to PDE

3. Assist with reconciling cash accounts

4. Gather information for the PA Department of Education and local auditors. 15. Analyze and monitor Budget to Actual differences

5. Provide support to Facilities Department

a. Review and approve accounts receivable invoices and track aging/collectability b. Assist in researching questions that may arise

c. Collaborate in implementation of inventory tracking

6. Provide support for Federal Programs Department

a. Assist in reviewing proper recording of expenditures to appropriate cost center, funding source and year

b. Assist with account reconciliations as requested

c. Review expenditures and prepare appropriate revenue accruals

d. Provide General Ledger details and analysis as needed

7. Provide support for Special Education Department

a. Assist with Budget Management

b. Review General Ledger activity to ensure proper posting

c. Assist with Act 16 reporting: including cost center (function) and per pupil transportation costs

8. Provide support for Student Activities

a. Prepare monthly reports for Building Treasurers and Principals

b. Review General Ledger transactions on monthly basis

c. Assist in gathering information as requested by Student Activities club administrator

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED:

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

? Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common professional and technical journals, business periodicals, financial reports, governmental regulations and legal documents, which are often of a complex nature

? Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the public, staff, regulatory agencies, or members of the community

? Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals

? Ability to effectively present information, to individuals and/or groups, in both written and oral form, and respond to questions and concerns from management, professional and support staff, union representatives, public groups, federal, state and local government agencies, and the Board of School Directors

REASONING ABILITY:

? Ability to define and analyze problems of a complex nature, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and implement and evaluate success of solutions

? Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical form

OTHER:

? Ability to apply knowledge of current research and best practices in educational administration, accounting and management of business affairs

? Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and make critical-work related decisions often times under tight deadlines

? Ability to interact in an effective and professional manner with other departments and work in a collaborative manner

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license is preferred but not required

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Full-time (12-month) exempt position. Salary and benefits consistent with the District's approved Compensation and Benefits Plan.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the school district administrator designated as immediate supervisor of the position, of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Reading School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.

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