School Accountant

School Accountant

The School Accountant is an administrator in support of the school Principal and is responsible for the overall accounting operations for the school.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
• Prepares, administers, and reviews budget process for the school which is subject to review and/or approval by the School Finance Council, as required.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations pertaining to financial decisions and questions facing the School.
• Acts as liaison between the school and the diocese in financial matters.
• Coordinates and reviews school organizations and student funds.
• Oversees accounting services as A/R, A/P, GL, Collections, etc.
• Provides professional accounting support to school staff.
• Manages school tuition system (FACTS), including billing, collections, and all aspects of tuition assistance (scholarships: private and state funds).
• Works closely with parents regarding tuition and fee payments.
• Reconciles credit cards and bank statements.
• Assists Principal with ADP recruitment and onboarding of new hires as needed.
• Any other duties as assigned by the principal.

AA or BS degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge and experience in QuickBooks and/or Sage.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• Able to handle multi-task simultaneously and work independently.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (word, power point, excel).
• Must be able to pass the DOV accounting assessment test.
• Must be able to pass a level 2 background screening.

Please note: State of Florida law requires fingerprinting and clearance through the Florida DOE Background Screening Clearinghouse for all school-based positions.