Associate Accountant

Choice Schools Associates is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Associate Accountant to support the financial operations of our public school academies. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate financial records, timely reporting, regulatory compliance, and strong fiscal stewardship across our schools.

The ideal candidate is curious, teachable, organized, and committed to accuracy. They build trusting relationships with school finance directors and approach their work with integrity and accountability.

What Success Looks Like

• Monthly finance deliverables are accurate, timely, and error-free
• Grant funds are allocated and reported properly
• Strong, accountable relationships with school finance leaders
• Proactive communication and thoughtful problem-solving

What you'll do

General Ledger & Financial Transactions

• Record and maintain accurate general ledger entries
• Prepare journal entries as delegated
• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts

Month-End & Financial Reporting

• Support month-end, quarterly, and year-end close processes
• Review payroll assignments and benefit charges
• Compile data for interim and annual financial reports
• Assist with variance reporting and budget monitoring

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process invoices, payments, and receipts accurately and timely
• Assist with check printing and required signatures
• Reconcile vendor discrepancies

Compliance & Audit Support

• Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal financial regulations
• Support internal and external audit processes
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting standards

Vendor & 1099 Management

• Collect and verify W-9 forms
• Prepare and electronically file 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC forms
• Distribute recipient copies and resolve discrepancies

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner closely with the School Finance Team
• Support accounting software users
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen financial controls
• Uphold and model organizational core values

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Knowledge of school or government accounting preferred
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• High level of integrity and sound judgment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

About Choice Schools Associates

Choice Schools Associates LLC is an Education Service Provider for charter schools in Michigan and is an equal opportunity employer. Choice Schools Associates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic background. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.