Financial Operations and Reporting Specialist

St. John XXIII College Preparatory, an independent, co-educational, Catholic high school located in the greater Houston suburb of Katy, Texas is accepting applications for a Financial Operations and Reporting Specialist's position in its Business Office, beginning October 1, 2026. This position is part-time, approximately 20-hours per week. Working at St. John XXIII College Preparatory requires living a prayerful, Christ-centered life as an example to the community, and a commitment to the Roman Catholic mission of the school. Overview: Responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, month/year-end closing, audit coordination, accounts receivable, internal controls, and maintaining accurate GAAP-compliant records, ensuring strong financial stewardship and confidentiality. Key Responsibilities: • Manage the annual budget with Principal and Finance Committee. • Perform month-end/year-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, GAAP reporting. • Prepare monthly financial statements and analysis. • Attend and present at monthly Finance Committee meetings. • Coordinate the annual audit and serve as auditor liaison. • Oversee banking, deposits, cash controls, and cash requirements reporting. • Process weekly checks/ACH and quarterly sales tax. • Maintain internal controls, reporting procedures, and accounting records. • Track capital project spending and fixed assets (including depreciation). • Complete monthly credit card reconciliations. • Manage accounts receivable; support student billing. • Provide financial data for grant applications and reporting. • Recommend policy/procedure improvements. • Maintain confidentiality of financial and donor information. Skills and Abilities: • Strong accounting/GAAP knowledge; nonprofit experience a plus. • Excellent organization, analysis, and problem-solving skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently. • Effective written/verbal communication. • Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook; QuickBooks preferred. • Professionalism, accuracy, confidentiality, and strong customer service. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance. • At least five years' professional experience. • Two or more years of full cycle accounting experience required. • MBA or CPA (or progress toward CPA) preferred. • Private education or non-profit organization experience preferred. • Strong computer literacy and ability to navigate online systems. Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift 20 pounds, using proper lifting techniques. • Ability to sit, stand, and/or move around the campus as needed. • Ability to use a keyboard (or an alternative input device) and other office equipment. • Ability to read information, both in print and on a digital screen, for extended periods of time. General Information: • This position is classified as - Regular Part-time. • SJ23 complies with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and considers reasonable accommodations that may be necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to [REMOVED - SEE ORIGINAL LISTING] with "Accounting Manager" in the subject line