Our Mission

 

The best accountants don't just see numbers; they see the potential for financial transformation.

As an Accounting and Payroll Specialist, my mission is to ensure the financial integrity and efficiency of school districts by meticulously managing budgets, payroll, and financial transactions. I am dedicated to maintaining accurate and timely financial records using ASCENDER©  software, overseeing accounts payable processes, and providing insightful financial analysis to support informed decision-making. Through effective communication with the Superintendent, School Board, and independent auditors, I strive to uphold transparency and fiscal responsibility. By administering payroll and employee benefits with precision and care, I contribute to a supportive and well-functioning educational environment that fosters the success of both staff and students. Key aspects of my service include:

• Maintain school district’s monthly finances, budgets, and payroll within the accounting software ASCENDER© . This includes daily cash receipts, journal entries, budget entry, budget adjustments and budget amendments. Responsible for coding all purchase orders for general fund and special revenue accounts as well as monthly bank reconciliations for each account. Supervise accounts payable processes in addition to printing weekly accounts payable checks for district.

• Financial analysis of monthly expenses compared to budget as well as communicating to the Superintendent and School Board any budget variances. Ability to use and create spreadsheets for data analysis as needed. Provide financial information and coordinate with the district’s independent auditor for the preliminary and annual audit as well as any communication needed throughout the year. Assist in the preparation of the annual budget and federal fund request.

• Payroll & Benefits – Calculate employee wages, salaries, hours worked and determine withholding's, deductions and net pay. Prepare paychecks and maintain employee payroll history. Process payment of all liabilities generated through payroll including taxes, teacher retirement deposits, insurance, etc. Administer employee benefit programs such as group health insurance, dental, life and medical reimbursements.

Vicki Carr, Independent Accountant

Education Accounting Specialist