Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance

Position Type:
Classified/Confidential

Date Posted:
7/29/2026

Location:

District Office

Date Available:

ASAP

District:
Glenbard Township High School District 87

BA/BS or relevant four-year degree

Must be proficient and experienced in general computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Workspace, and Skyward.

Must have the ability to operate office equipment, do basic data entry, and maintain records and scheduling.

Should have excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to interact constructively and collaboratively with others.

Must demonstrate strong organization skills, and the ability to work independently.

Must have extensive clerical and technical skills.

Must have a penchant for detail and accuracy.

Analytical skills including accounting and spreadsheet analysis.

Outstanding customer service skills for dealing with parents and staff.

Self-starter and able to learn quickly.

Provide assistance and support to the Asst. Superintendent of Finance and Operations & Controller for bargaining-related matters

Perform Bank Reconciliations as directed by the Controller

Lead all accounts receivable activities; code cash receipts in the general ledger

Daily monitoring and analysis of bank account activity

Daily monitoring and handling of Push Coin activity

Perform monthly bank charges (allocate to activity accounts)

Provide backup to the Controller for PO and vendor approvals

Prepare, document, and submit journal voucher entries as directed by Controller (cash, revenue and expenditure transactions)

Assist with financial reporting activities as necessary

Support Grant applications, journal entries, and expenditure reporting (Title / Special Education/DAOES)

Act as the special education/student service liaison

Review and approve Accounts Payable check runs - provide updates to Controller as needed

Prepare and submit annual ISBE Transportation Claim

Provide support for Medicaid, excess cost, and maintenance of effort claims 50-66A

Provide support for other ISBE annual report submissions as needed

May be responsible for budget input/review

May require working knowledge of District accounting and student management programs.

Support Business Office staff during high peak times. This work would include but not be limited to, purchasing, food service eligibility, registration, collections, accounts payable, and accounts receivable duties.

Maintain accurate records and files.

May perform various higher-level accounting and payroll procedures.

May provide backup for Payroll process as needed

Maintains the highest level of ethical and professional demeanor. Provide outstanding customer service for dealing with parents, staff and vendors

Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.

Monitor building cash control procedures at all buildings

May be assigned other special projects to support the Asst. Superintendent of Finance and Operations & Controller, as time permits

May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as correspondence, surveys and electronic media.

Ability to write professional communications.

Ability to present information effectively and to respond to questions from individuals and groups

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community members

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form

Ability to complete mathematical operations and apply concepts of basic mathematics

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to maintain current job skills as directed, especially in technology-related activities

Ability to perform essential duties with an awareness of school district requirements and School Board policies

Ability to work in a fast paced and demanding office environment

Acts as an informal team lead, mentoring AP and bookkeeping staff and assisting with complex issues as needed.

Ability to work occasional additional hours when required and/or have flexibility in schedule during peak periods

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear.

The employee is…