School Accountant

Job description of School Accountant :

Children’s Manor/Magnet Montessori Schools is a private education company operating multiple school locations. We have locations across Maryland and are seeking a Bookkeeper who will work in the Finance department in a broad role working with a diverse set of stakeholders including school administrators, customers, employees and vendors. Direct responsibilities of maintaining accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, financial entries, reconciliations, and monthly reporting. We offer a competitive compensation package including bonus plans, paid time off, medical/dental insurance, childcare benefits and retirement savings accounts.

Job Duties of School Accountant:

• Invoice closeouts, recurring billings, and service calls
• Prepare credit memos
• Apply cash receipts
• Interact with accounting regarding accounts receivable
• Complete collection calls and letters
• Address and research customer service matters
• Generate end of months reports
• Reconcile recurring revenue
• Code and batch invoices and print reports
• Generate open payables list
• Run checks
• Mail checks and file stubs and invoices in vendor files
• Reconcile government subsidy receipts, monitor eligibility requirements, and ensure timely claims and reimbursements are processed.
• Resolve vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements
• Resolve PO discrepancies
• Communicate potential problems/trends to managers
• Special projects, as needed
• Support with payroll and HR functions such as benefits administration, hiring/recruiting, supporting employees etc.

Skills Required of School Accountant:

• Basic understanding of accounting and accounting best practices
• Organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong research and data skills
• Reasoning ability, mathematical ability, and logical thinking skills
• Proficient with Quickbooks, Excel and MS Office
• Finance and analysis related skills a plus
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills

Experience of School Accountant:

• 2 years AR/AP experience
• 1 year customer service experience
• 3 years QuickBooks experience
• FACTS Tuition Management preferred (not required)

Work Location: In-Person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position is an on-site position. Will you be able to reliably commute to Ellicott City, MD for this job?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• As part of the hiring process are you able to undergo a background check?
• This is a full time position. Are you available to work Monday-Friday?
• Have you worked in a school setting?
• Preferred but not required. Have you work with FACTS Tuition Management?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• accounting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000