Job Title School Activity Fund (SAF) Support Specialist
Location Upper Marlboro, MD, US
Organization Name Accounting and Financial Reporting
Department Description
Under the direction of the Assistant Controller, the School Accounting Fund (SAF) Support Specialist serves as the point person for SchoolFunds Online (SFO accounting system) in place in PGCPS schools and related locations. The SAF Support Specialist provides training and Help Desk support for the software, ensures monthly reporting by schools is timely and accurate, and follows up on corrective action plans of schools as a result of internal audits. Technical assistance to school accounting secretaries, principals, accountants and other SFO users is required. Employees in this class are given general instructions on assignments and expected to bring jobs to conclusion with minimal supervision.
Brief Description
This is a 12-month Local 2250 ACE/AFSCME Position - Pay Table 700 - Grade 21
Hourly Range: $27.23 - $54.50 CLOSING DATE: May 27, 2024
Detailed Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Participates in implementing SchoolFunds Online at PGCPS schools and institutions;
Responds to Help Desk requests related to use of SFO;
Develops and documents Help Desk problem resolution procedures and validates software problems reported by users;
Conducts SFO training for personnel, including, bookkeepers and principals, as well as refresher training as required on site at schools or during group seminars;
Assists in periodic updating the School Accounting Manual and the SFO User Manual, as needed;
Works to fill in gaps at schools during temporary absences of school accounting secretaries;
Serves on interview panels for school accounting secretary and temporary bookkeeper positions, as required;
Reviews and validates audit plans;
Conducts follow-up meetings, as necessary, with principals, bookkeepers and other involved staff, concerning audit supplied corrective action plans pertaining to their location;
Performs critical problem resolution while providing rapid response capability and related work as required; and
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, employees and the public;
Working knowledge of office procedures, practices and computer equipment;
Ability to effectively organize work schedules and work under pressure while meeting deadlines;
Working knowledge of principles and practices of accounting and Board of Education policies and administrative procedures related to student activity funds contained in the PGCPS School Accounting Manual;
Ability to exercise judgment and/or discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures;
Working knowledge of SFO and Oracle Financials , especially iExpense , SSP and OTL;
Experience with, and knowledge of how to educate users regarding SFO and Oracle Financials , especially iExpense , SSP and OTL school accounting personnel;
Basic familiarization with student-based budgeting as it relates to school activity funds;
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint;
Effective oral and written communication skills.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited college with major coursework in accounting, business administration or a related field and four (4) years of reasonable experience in bookkeeping and student activity fund accounting, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
None required. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
No direct supervisory responsibilities. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands are representative of 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 the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs. WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
Additional Details
Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.
As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS. If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment.
How To Apply
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Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.
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