Accounting Specialist parttime 1520 hours per week yearround

SCOPE

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, responsible for managing day-to-day financial transactions, including processing accounts payable, accounts receivable, student billing, bank account reconciliations, filing, and maintaining accurate ledger records and reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounts Payable & Receivable - process vendor invoices, issue payments, and collect funds. General Ledger - post accurate transactions in general ledger and assist with financial reports. Reconciliation - reconcile bank statements, debit card accounts, and vendor statements. Administrative tasks - maintain & file both paper and electronic records, Student Enrollment Contracts & Billing - assist the Director of Finance in issuing enrollment contracts, and monitoring billing and payment for other student and camp-related billing and payments Projects (time permitting) - assist the Director of Finance and Operations with various financial or operational-related matters or projects

EXPECTATIONS

Be a model of professionalism, discretion, and ethical conduct Be acutely detail-oriented, paying attention to financial matters down to the penny Maintain a collaborative, service-oriented approach when working with staff and leadership Foster a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace environment Communicate clearly and respond to financial matters in a timely and professional manner Demonstrate strong organizational skills and follow-through on responsibilities Support the overall mission, culture, and daily operations of MSD Maintain strict confidentiality regarding financial and organizational matters. Demonstrate consistently regular, predictable and reliable attendance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Education Associate’s degree from an accredited college/university in Accounting or a related field. Experience At least 3 years of proven experience in an accounting-related role, preferably within an academic setting. Skills Knowledge of & adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across teams High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality Strong organizational, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities Proficiency in Google Suite, Quick Books, and Blackbaud Physical Abilities Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally Ability to navigate campus facilities Ability to communicate effectively in person and via phone or virtual platforms Ability to operate standard office equipment Ability to respond to urgent situations as needed

WORK SCHEDULE

This is a continuous year-round position, paid monthly. Days: Generally scheduled to work approximately 15 - 20 hours per week year-round, with permission to work a portion of those hours remotely in agreement with the Director of Finance and Operations. Certain work requirements, planning, events, or unplanned academic calendar changes may necessitate a temporary modification of this schedule, including occasionally working on the weekend. Hours: Generally expected to work on campus during school hours, and to participate in all team, committee, staff, and other employee meetings. Regular school office hours are typically 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. and it is expected the work hours will occur during that timeframe. There may be instances when attendance is required outside of regular work hours. Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations FLSA Classification: Hourly, non-exempt #J-18808-Ljbffr Montessori School of Durham