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. 

As TASBeans (our internal name for employees), 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. You’re likely beginning to see why we’ve been regularly named by Austin Business Journal as a Top Ten Best Places to Work! 

TASB offers competitive pay, rich benefits (including retirement matching of 2:1 up to 5% after one year. This means that if you contribute 5% to the plan, TASB will contribute 10%), onsite daycare, onsite gym, wellness program, tuition reimbursement, remote work options, flexible schedules, and more. 

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 the Manager, Accounts Receivable & Revenue, you will bring an advanced knowledge of core accounts receivable and revenue recognition processes in accordance with GAAP, including handling of deferred revenue for memberships, subscriptions, and events. The ideal candidate will be valued for possessing a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in everything they do, as well as strong interpersonal communication skills with both customers and all levels of TASB staff. We are seeking a personable and talented self-starter, a true go-getter, who possesses a strong desire to help overhaul key AR processes and contribute to meaningful and lasting process improvements. This is an Austin-based hybrid position. 

A Typical Day 

• Responsible for all aspects of deferred revenue accounting, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Facilitate annual membership and subscription service billings, including integrations with other software systems, and coordination with program area staff.
• Maintain the complete order-to-cash processes in the ERP system ensuring process effectiveness and efficiency while striving for process consistency.
• Maintain customer billing tables, item codes, and released products and work closely with service areas as updates are needed.
• Review, approve, and prepare journal entries and complex account reconciliations independently with minimal assistance.
• Review monthly financial statements and reports ensuring completeness and accuracy, and proactively resolving related outstanding issues.
• Responsible for monthly sales tax reporting.
• Prioritize and delegate inbound customer service inquiries and provide general support to TASB’s program areas.
• Support the wider AR team with cash receipt and refund processing, monthly reconciliations, journal entries and other team needs.
• Facilitate training and development of the accounts receivable team.
• Periodically develop and conduct training geared toward program area sales order users.
• Effectively maintain current process documentation for all key AR functions.
• Supervise two AR Accounting Specialists Sr. team members.
• If you’re still reading, we’d love to meet you!

How You’ll Make an Impact

• With your demonstrated ability to be a strong leader, mentor, and coach.
• If you can provide superior customer service to both internal and external customers with a smile.
• If you possess a strong desire for processes to function optimally, and consistently seek improvements to maximize efficiencies.
• If you are a lifelong learner.
• If you are personable and approachable.

Skills for Success

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred. 
• 5-7 years direct work experience. 
• Must have supervisory experience. 
• Experience with deferred revenue is a plus. 
• Experience with large ERP systems and integrations, Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations is preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficient in MS Office Suite with a focus on intermediate knowledge of Excel including VLOOKUP's and pivot tables. 
• Demonstrated advanced analytical and critical thinking skills. 
• Strong problem solving, documentation, research, and resolution skills. 
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both in writing and verbally. 
• Self-starter who possesses effective follow up and follow through on all priorities and tasks. 
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and initiatives in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to work under strict deadlines. 
• Ability to generate and effectively analyze reports including presenting findings to management. 
• Ability to work effectively with staff, management, customers, and other professional contacts. 

The TASB Difference

• Enjoy competitive pay and rich benefit offerings.
• 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.
• Learn and grow individually and together through frequent professional development; diversity, equity, and inclusion panels; wellness seminars; and more. 
• 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.
• TASB is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, color, disability, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other personal characteristic protected by law.
• This position does not qualify for visa sponsorship. 
• Any job offer is contingent upon receipt of results of a satisfactory background check. 

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