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Accountant

Bettendorf Community School District

Bettendorf, IAJob$62K/yrPosted 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$62K/yr
Location
Bettendorf, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Bettendorf Community School District seeks an Accountant to manage district financial operations, support regulatory compliance, and promote accurate, transparent use of resources. The role supports administrative decision-making and student learning. It is a year-round position based at the District Administration Center, with a stated rate of pay of $61,800 per year.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

GAAPSchool Finance RegulationsAccounting SoftwareSpreadsheetsFinancial Reporting SystemsOrganizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsCommunicationMultitaskingDeadline ManagementAccuracyEthical Financial PracticesConfidentialitySchool District Accounting SystemsSchool Finance Laws

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Accounting or RelatedPrevious Accounting ExperienceCPA, CMA, or Equivalent

Full job description

Accountant JobID: 6328

  • Position Type:

Secretarial/Clerical/ Business Office Clerk

  • Date Posted:

10/16/2026

  • Location:

District Administration Center

  • District:

Bettendorf Community School District (http://www.bettendorf.k12.ia.us)

Join our team at Bettendorf Community School District! We are seeking adetail-oriented and professional Accountantto manage the district's financial operations, ensuring accurate accounting, regulatory compliance, and the effective use of resources to support student learning. This position is key to maintaining financial transparency and supporting administrative decision-making.

Start Date:ASAP

Rate of Pay:61,800/yr

Days:Year round position

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

  • Previous accounting experience (school, government, or nonprofit preferred)

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and school finance regulations

  • Proficiency in accounting software, spreadsheets, and financial reporting systems

  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with accuracy

  • Commitment to ethical financial practices and confidentiality

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Maintain and monitor district financial accounts, including general ledger, revenues, expenditures, payroll, and grants

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for administration, the school board, and external agencies

  • Assist with budget development, forecasting, and ongoing budget monitoring

  • Reconcile bank statements, accounts payable/receivable, and internal accounts

  • Ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements and district policies

  • Process invoices, purchase orders, and reimbursements while maintaining accurate records

  • Support annual audits and provide documentation to auditors

  • Track and report on grants, special programs, and restricted funds

  • Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all financial matters

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with school district accounting systems (e.g., Vista, Infinite Visions, PowerSchool Finance, Skyward, or similar)

  • Knowledge of state-specific school finance laws and reporting requirements

  • CPA, CMA, or equivalent credential (a plus but not required)

Description:

Please see the attached complete job description.

It is the policy of the Bettendorf Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. For assistance or consultation, contact the Executive Director of Human Resources. The Bettendorf Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

How this job compares

Set against the 3,414 open Accountant jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$62K/yr
  • US median$75–100K/yr995 salary ranges

This rate, $62K, is 29% below the US median midpoint ($88K) — in the lowest quarter of Accountant salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 37 open Accountant jobs in Iowa and 3,414 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
Accountant postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 5 years (2,245 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 1,824 of the 3,414 open Accountant jobs (53%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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