Accounting Manager

Rowan-Salisbury Schools Wallace:
Finance - Salisbury, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs , and Rowan-Salisbury School System

Job : 5967162

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Reports to:

Executive Director of Finance

POSITION PURPOSE The Accounting Manager manages the district’s daily accounting operations under the direction of the Executive Director of Finance. Responsibilities include purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, fixed assets, cash management, and investments. The position supervises assigned accounting staff, maintains accurate financial records and internal controls, and coordinates audit support. Work is performed in accordance with applicable North Carolina school finance requirements, generally accepted accounting principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board standards, state and federal requirements, and Board policies.

• Manage daily accounting operations and review transactions for accuracy, appropriate coding, supporting documentation, and compliance with district procedures.
• Conduct periodic reviews of general ledger accounts and the trial balance; research budget and general ledger issues and resolve discrepancies with the Executive Director of Finance.
• Support monthly and year-end closing and preparation of required financial reports and audit schedules.
• Complete the annual NC Pre-K report and required Local Government Commission reports.
• Calculate indirect costs on federal programs and process related check requests in coordination with the Executive Director of Finance.
• Provide accounting oversight and support for fixed asset records, reconciliations, and reporting.

• Reconcile all district bank and investment accounts, including State, Local, State Health Plan, Flexible Spending Account, and Short-Term Investment Fund accounts; investigate outstanding items and discrepancies.
• Assist the Executive Director of Finance with state and federal cash requests through the State Cash Management System, as assigned; prepare supporting expenditure information and reconcile related cash activity.
• Monitor cash balances and manage investment of excess cash within delegated authority and in accordance with Board policy and applicable North Carolina requirements.
• Oversee vendor payment processes, including ACH payments and Positive Pay files, with appropriate authorization and separation of duties.
• Oversee requests for proposals for district banking relationships and coordinate implementation of approved banking services.
• Serve as backup for recording and depositing daily receipts.
• Coordinate annual unclaimed property reporting and remittance for outstanding school, accounts payable, and payroll checks.

• Oversee purchasing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable; review purchase requests and oversee purchase order approvals, encumbrances, and payment documentation.
• Administer the district purchasing card program and oversee processing of utility payments for district facilities.
• Maintain vendor records in School Funds Online and assist with Sylogist vendor setup, using established verification and approval procedures.
• Collect 1099 information from schools and accounts payable, prepare required forms, and submit filings to the Internal Revenue Service.
• Prepare and process sales tax refund requests and maintain supporting documentation.
• Administer and coordinate payments to charter schools for students attending from Rowan…