Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant, under the direction of the Director of Finance, is responsible for the School's complete and accurate general accounting responsibilities.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain the general ledger by preparing and reviewing journal entries, verifying account coding, and ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in the appropriate accounting period
• Support the fiscal year-end audit by preparing schedules and supporting documentation, responding to auditor requests, and assisting with the resolution of findings
• Analyze monthly financial results versus budget and trends, research variances, and resolve issues
• Collaborate with other departments (Athletics, Admissions, Bookstore, Development, Facilities, Human Resources) to resolve accounting questions, obtain supporting documentation, and communicate financial policies and procedures
• Review payroll reports for accuracy, prepare related journal entries, and reconcile payroll tax reports to support timely and accurate reporting
• Support cash management and controls including endowment and temporarily restricted transactions, bank and investment account reconciliations, transfers, and debt reporting
• Prepare and review bank, investment, employee benefit, and other account reconciliations investigating discrepancies and recording any necessary corrections
• Compile information for various benchmarking exercises and surveys
• Maintain property and lease records and perform related accounting and reporting procedures
• Review accounting processes and systems to improve accuracy, efficiency, and timely access to financial information
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls by documenting accounting procedures, identifying risks or weaknesses, and recommending processes improvements
• Assist in the preparation and filing of tax returns
• Ensure compliance with all financial policies and procedures
• Lead ad hoc projects as requested
• Ensure strict confidentiality in all duties
• Support the mission of the School
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the School's discretion

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Seven years of accounting, account analysis, process improvement, and systems experience, ideally in an independent school, higher education institution, or non-profit organization
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft 365 (advanced Excel/spreadsheet modeling), other software and cloud-based financial management systems/ERPs
• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple functions, activities, and projects to prioritize duties to ensure accurate and timely completion
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and best practices
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent relationship skills with proven knowledge of how to work effectively and professionally with all levels of internal and external constituents
• Proven ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines
• High level of professionalism to manage sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work additional hours when needed

Other Information:

• A criminal history and background check is required and must be successfully completed
• Generally works in standard office conditions and climate
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time