Director of Accounting (Non-Profit)

DIRECTOR OF ACCOUNTING (NON-PROFIT)

Ross Education Holdings, Inc.

Clinton Township, MI 

The position is an in-office position, not hybrid or remote, at our corporate office in Clinton Township, Michigan.

Ross Education Holdings, Inc. (“Ross”) is a growing non-profit school dedicated to helping all students reach their highest aspirations.

With over 40 campuses across multiple states, we offer certification and degree programs in Nursing, Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, and more. Our supportive culture and environment empower Ross students and staff to deliver exceptional care to others.

Ross is more than a place to work – we are a community built on shared values. As part of our team, you’ll be asked to embody and uphold the principles that guide everything we do:

• Be Humble, Be Kind, Be a Good Steward, Embrace Accountability, Lead Responsibly, and Deliver an Exceptional Student Experience

If these values resonate with you and you’re looking to contribute to a purpose-driven team, we’d love to meet you.

Job Summary

The Director of Accounting works under the direction of the CFO. This role is responsible for managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end closing, and assisting with the overall operation of the Accounting Department. The Director of Accounting will have 4 direct reports.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day to day activities of the Accounting Department, including hands-on accountant functions as well as supervision of the Accounts Payable Supervisor, Student Accounts Supervisor, a Senior Ledger Accountant, and an Accounting Clerk.
• Monthly general ledger accounting and reconciliation responsibilities including journal entries, account reconciliations, account analysis, and other ad hoc projects as assigned.
• Ensure the accuracy and productivity of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, inventory, fixed asset records, general ledger accounting and account reconciliations, etc.
• Complete the monthly closing of the general ledger
• Prepares monthly financial statements and meets all corporate reporting deadlines
• Become an in-house expert on Anthology Campus Nexus (CampusVue) student accounting software, gaining the ability to train/assist other team members with data extractions/analysis.
• Assist in managing the external audit process
• Prepare finance portion of IPEDS submission
• Prepare annual tax compliance records for external tax return preparation
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

As full-time employee with Ross, you will be part of an established and growing educational organization with a supportive family atmosphere and a dedication to providing our students with the best career training available. Your experience is a vital part of our success, and we will provide you with the training and resources you need. You may also qualify for advancement to other positions depending on your credentials. Your hard work and professional dedication will be rewarded with competitive compensation, including benefits: (most after a standard waiting period)

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Monthly Pay - Direct Deposit

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), MBA a plus
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required or actively pursuing CPA license
• 3 to 5 years of experience in public accounting required
• Experience with financial accounting including general ledger journal entries, account reconciliations, accounts payable, etc. preferred
• Non-profit or higher education experience preferred but not required
• Experience with MS Office, internet and email, with expertise in Excel required (i.e. pivot tables and VLOOKUP)
• Experience with CampusVue and accounting software packages a plus (we use Acumatica and Sage Fixed Assets)
• Reference and background check required for employment, including credit check since this is a financial management position
• Protection of student and/or employee privacy is expected in the handling of confidential and/or financial information.
• Protection of the corporation and privacy of corporate proprietary and confidential information is expected
• Must be able to remain stationary for extended periods of time, such as call blocks, teaching sessions, student appointments, etc.
• Must have sufficient visual and auditory ability to operate computer equipment, use telephone, read materials, use white board and use classroom equipment.
• Professional communication encompasses written, oral, visual and digital communication. Successful communication skills are required for working at Ross and involve the following: writing, reading, editing, speaking, listening, software applications, data entry and reporting, and Internet research.
• Ability to build rapport with students and staff
• Ability to work with different teams
• Ability to remain focused and adapt quickly in fast-paced work environment
• Ability to achieve goals; We work to make our students successful and we measure that in our individual and team accomplishments
• Strong attention to detail & accuracy, and commitment to quality
• Ability to organize your work and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate professionalism in manner, dress and conduct as a representative of Ross and a student mentor
• Adhere to Ross Code of Conduct and Professional Ethics
• Must have availability in work schedule to be able to accommodate project or accounting deadlines
• Performance metrics will be presented by your supervisor and used to calculate future increases.

Ross Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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