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The Senior Accountant/Controller oversees the general accounting for all internal and external funds associated with the school. The position oversees all fiscal operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, driving the month-end close process, preparing financial statements, and managing general ledger accuracy. This role involves managing accounts payable/receivable, handling audits, and analyzing financial data to support strategic decision-making for management. 

Specific duties include:

-Reviews Payroll, AP Postings and Daily SMART transactions

-Completes Bank Reconciliations

-Prepares and informs Weekly, Monthly, Annual Cash Flow

-Oversees Buy Now, Deferred Revenue and cash management with fiscal and audit procedures

-Prepares Annual Financials and Budget Actual Reports

-Prepares and Presents Quarterly Reports to the Foundation Board and Board of Trustees

-Monitors all purchasing/spending, compliance with GAAP, establish financial policies and audits.

-Completes all required financial reports and taxes in conjunction with the auditors for the school and Foundation.

-Reports financial results for all Foundation campaigns and school capital projects.

-Manages the records of insurable property, insurance claims, Obtain certificates of insurance for all school activities

-Prepares monthly reconciliations for all Foundation Cash & Investment accounts.

-Ensures compliance with payroll tax regulations, and assists with corporate tax returns

Job Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Experience: Several years of progressive accounting experience, CPA certification and prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and experience with accounting software/ERPs (e.g., QuickBooks, Parishsoft, Blackbaud Tuition Mgmt.).
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

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