Temporary Staff Accountant

Why Texas Association of School Boards (TASB)

We come from humble beginnings — picture a one-person organization created in 1949 to advocate for excellence in public education on behalf of Texas school board members. Flash forward to today, and we have over 500 employees working together to provide 1,024 school districts with purposeful resources so they can focus on what matters most — excellent and equitable education for all 5.4 million Texas students. 

We feel privileged to work alongside talented team-members who are passionate about education and enjoy learning from new and different perspectives.  We believe what makes our organization highly successful is the rich diversity our employees collectively bring to TASB with different backgrounds, skillsets, cultures and ethnicities, gender identities, interests, abilities, and work styles. And our passion for education and learning doesn’t end there. Our culture has always encouraged employees to grow and become their best selves both professionally and personally through a variety of innovative and collaborative development opportunities.

Every role at TASB thoughtfully complements our mission and the educational impact being made in communities across Texas. If you consider your work exceptional and want to help drive our mission forward, keep reading!

About You

As a Temporary Staff Accountant, you will bring what you’ve learned at previous accounting roles to a team that leverages multiple technology platforms to deliver value to their customers and is committed to efficiency and excellent service in all their interactions. This role will be assisting with accounts payable, journal entries, reconciliations, and other various projects. Temporary assignment for approximately 6 months. 

A Typical Day 

• Record vendor bills, perform general accounting tasks including cash management, and assist in month-end close.
• Work with a collaborative team and independently on various assignments and projects.
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How You’ll Make an Impact

• Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations using supporting documentation as part of the accounting month-end close process.
• Review, validate and process system interfaces into the accounting system.
• Perform daily cash management duties in rotation with the Senior Accountant.
• Assist in cash management function, including review of operational bank accounts and investment portfolios.
• Enter and ensure all AP payments have received proper approvals before processing.
• Process scheduled check runs, ensure special processing of checks are accomplished accurately and timely, and communicate with check printer to confirm proper handling of payments.
• Assist in preparation of monthly financial statements from the accounting system, including board-formatted financial statements and related notes.
• Analyze potential accounting transactions and perform research as needed.
• Review accounting processes and assist with procedure documentation.
• Help with other projects as determined by Department Director or Finance and Member Support Officer.

Skills For Success

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. 
• 2-4 years of accounting experience. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Professional and adaptable with an inquisitive personality and strong critical thinking skills.
• Expertise in MS Excel including VLookup, Pivot Tables, Macros, and other advanced functions.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and effectively handle multiple priorities and tasks in a fast-faced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work in a team as a dependable member.
• Ability to execute on solutions and navigate ambiguity.
• Ability to work independently.
• Working knowledge of multiple software applications including NetSuite and Origami preferred.

The TASB Difference

• Be part of a collaborative environment where every contribution impacts Texas public schoolchildren. 
• Thrive in a culture that promotes bringing your whole self to work every day and emphasizes healthy boundaries and work-life balance.
• Work alongside transparent leaders with an open and consistent feedback approach.
• Celebrate as a team with meaningful (and fun) events and tokens of appreciation throughout the year. 

Posting Notices

• The health and safety of our employees and members, is our top priority.  
• The Association is an equ