Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accountant to join the ESC Region 12 Business Team. You will join an active, caring, and expanding team of accounting professionals who love to provide business and accounting services to Texas School Districts. The position offers challenge, growth, and professional development as you become a vital member of a business team that partners with Texas School Districts.

The Accountant III position will provide:

accounting and business support for school district business offices, e.g., budgeting, financial reporting, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, state reporting, grant reporting, business software, payroll, cash flow, and internal controls;

on-site, telephone, email, and remote assistance to school district staff;

cash flow and audit preparation services to districts;

support the vision, mission, and strategic priorities of ESC Region 12, and

serve as an active team member on the ESC Region 12 Business Services Team.

Education/Certification/Compensation

Bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting or commensurate experience

CPA or CPA candidate preferred

Salary will be commensurate with experience

Special Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of Texas School District Accounting

Ability to analyze and interpret financial data, evaluate accounting issues, and recommend improvements

Working knowledge of the interaction of financial accounting and computerized accounting systems

Technology application skills

Ability to train and teach others, displaying professionalism, empathy, and a servant’s heart

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a proven ability to deliver effective presentations and represent the organization professionally to diverse groups of employees and stakeholders.

Highly organized and dependable self-starter with the ability to manage personnel and budgets, while coordinating complex projects through proactive problem-solving and detail-oriented administrative oversight.

Proficiency in researching and interpreting complex policies and procedures; able to translate data into actionable insights using advanced software tools, including spreadsheets for data analysis and word processing for reporting.

A collaborative team player committed to fostering a positive workplace culture and driving continuous improvement through the implementation of Quality Management System (QMS) initiatives.

Applicant needs to possess these core values through words and actions to build positive, long-term relationships with customers by demonstrating:

Professionalism, integrity, respect for others, expertise, and credibility at all times

Quality in delivering what I promise and helping create superior programs and services that add value beyond what is expected

Teamwork by working cooperatively with others to promote a positive and fun work environment

Adaptability by being flexible, attentive to change, and ready to move quickly and decisively in response to the needs of customers

Innovation by contributing to the implementation of new or significantly improved services and delivery methods

Superior Service by providing personable, direct attention that delivers customer satisfaction beyond what is expected

General Responsibilities

Assist districts with high-level budgeting and financial planning, including revenue forecasting and the development of annual budget documents.

Oversee and verify state and grant reporting (e.g., PEIMS, Texas Education Agency reports) to ensure regional compliance and maximize funding.

Support core accounting functions, including bank reconciliations, accounts payable, and payroll processing, to ensure accuracy and continuity of operations.

Develop and monitor cash flow projections to ensure districts maintain adequate liquidity and meet fiscal obligations throughout the school year.

Generate and interpret monthly financial reporting for district boards, providing clarity on the fiscal health.

Supervisory Roles

No supervisory responsibilities

Benefit Information

ESC Region 12 provides a monetary contribution up to $575 per month to use for employee/family healthcare and supplemental benefits

Employee earns state personal, sick, and vacation leave

All employees contribute to both: Teachers Retirement System (TRS) and Social Security retirement

The applicant needs to possess these core values through words and actions to build positive, long-term relationships with customers by demonstrating:

Professionalism while demonstrating integrity, respect for others, expertise, and credibility at all times

Quality in delivering what I promise and help create superior programs and services that add value beyond what is expected

Teamwork by working cooperatively with others to promote a positive and fun work environment

Adaptability by being flexible, attentive to change and ready to move quickly and decisively in response to the needs of customers

Innovation by contributing to the implementation of new or significantly improved services and delivery methods

Superior Service by providing personable, direct attention that delivers customer satisfaction beyond what is expected

Security Requirements

All positions at ESC 12 are defined as security-sensitive. Security-sensitive positions are those which require employees to be entrusted with certain types of data, whether electronic or in paper form. Those data elements, as defined by the ESC 12 Data Classification and Handling Policy may include, but not limited to:

Sensitive Personal Information (SPI)

Personally, Identifiable Information (PII)

Protected Health Information (PHI)

Family Educational Records (FERPA Data)

Federal Tax Information (FTI)

All employees must adhere to all security-related policies, standards, and procedures. This includes actively safeguarding data and immediately reporting any suspected loss or theft.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Travel

Travel within the region, state, and nation when appropriate

Tools/Equipment Used

Standard office equipment, including a personal computer and peripherals

Posture

Prolonged sitting, occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion

Repetitive hand motions, including frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment

May work prolonged or irregular hours, frequent regional travel, occasional statewide travel, and out-of-state travel

Mental Demands

Manage multiple tasks and work cooperatively with others,

Maintain a calm attitude in demanding situations,

Make changes and adapt to various responsibilities on an ongoing basis, and

Work with frequent interruptions, tight deadlines, and limited office space.