2026-2027 Accounting Supervisor (Open Pool)

Hattiesburg Public School DistrictPosted Aug 25, 2026

Job description

TITLE: ACCOUNTING SUPERVISOR QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, and related work experience
  2. At least two years accounting experience
  3. Knowledge of governmental accounting, budgeting, procurement, and financial reporting, and financial accounting systems
  4. Knowledge of state and federal purchasing regulations
  5. Ability to create and maintain extensive amounts of data and/or documentation in a highly organized manner and develop appropriate report formats
  6. Ability to analyze, interpret and use data in decision-making
  7. Ability to perform accurate mathematical computations
  8. Ability to plan, organize, set priorities, and work independently
  9. Ability to use considerable independent judgment
  10. Ability to work under time constraints and deadlines, and shift when priorities change
  11. Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing
  12. Ability to exhibit professionalism with district staff, vendors and the public
  13. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly and with integrity
  14. Proficient in the use of standard office equipment
  15. Proficient in Microsoft Office and the ability to operate computerized accounting and spreadsheet programs
  16. Ability to multitask
  17. Ability to give attention to detail SUPERVISES: Departmental staff as assigned staff REPORTS TO : Chief Financial Officer JOB GOAL : Provide assistance in the timely and efficient administration of the fiscal affairs of the district and provide fiscal support to schools and departments. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, including but not limited to:
  18. Performs bank reconciliations and brings timely resolution of outstanding items
  19. Performs initial review of purchase requisitions and facilitates the issuance of purchase orders
  20. Enters purchase requisitions for Business Office and district-related purchases
  21. Provides oversight in the monitoring of outstanding requisitions and purchase orders
  22. Manages activity fund transactions and completes monthly activity fund reports
  23. Coordinates the bid process for products and services requiring bids
  24. Prepares and submits legal advertisements for notices, hearings and other required postings
  25. Completes district credit applications for review and approval
  26. Oversees credit accounts and ensures balances remain current
  27. Maintains the vendor database
  28. Provides guidance on travel procedures, handles travel card accommodations, and processes travel reimbursement requests
  29. Manages teacher procurement card process, maintains card inventories, and assists with procurement card issues
  30. Manages accounts receivable and ensures balances are current
  31. Records daily deposits
  32. Conducts price comparisons to ensure that all goods and services are offered at the lowest and best price possible
  33. Maintains surety bond files and ensures proper coverage and payment
  34. Processes workers' compensation claims, monitor losses and ensures payment of premiums
  35. Ensures all debt payments are made according to debt schedules
  36. Prepares 941 quarterly tax returns
  37. Verifies weekly time and attendance records of Business Office staff for approval
  38. Performs internal reviews of fiscal processes to ensures accuracy and integrity
  39. Assists with the performance of year-end closing procedures and preparation of year-end financial statements
  40. Assists with annual budget preparation
  41. Manages petty cash and other small district office accounts
  42. Assists with retrieving information for auditors and upon request
  43. Supervises Business Office staff in the absence of Chief Financial Officer
  44. Assists other department personnel as appropriate and necessary
  45. Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
  46. Supports the Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan
  47. Performs other duties as assigned TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees EVALUATION : Annually

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