Washington Episcopal School is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant for an immediate opening with our Business Office team. This role is integral to the financial operations of the School and works closely with the Controller and CFO to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and excellent service to our community. 

The Senior Accountant will also collaborate with and help oversee several outsourced business office functions, ensuring alignment with the School’s financial standards and operational expectations. We are looking for a candidate who embraces complexity, demonstrates strong analytical ability, and takes pride in accuracy and continuous improvement. 

Key Responsibilities 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Accounts Receivable & Tuition Management 

o Manage tuition administration through Blackbaud Tuition Management and assist families with account inquiries 

o Oversee rentals and miscellaneous receivables 

o Record and deposit payments timely and accurately 

o Manage and reconcile petty cash 

• Accounting & Financial Operations

o Reconcile gifts and contributions with the Advancement team and resolve discrepancies 

o Assist with reconciling progress billings for capital projects 

o Support development and monitoring of the annual operating budget 

o Reconcile and account for all revenue streams, including tuition, contributions, and other income 

o Assist the Controller with bank activity review and reconciliations 

o Manage school credit cards and related reconciliations 

o Prepare and manage annual 1099 filings 

o Prepare and file quarterly sales tax returns, annual personal property tax filings, and other compliance reports o Assist with fixed asset accounting and tracking 

o Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation o Assist with monthly and year-end processes 

o Support preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP 

o Assist in preparation of the annual financial audit, retirement plan audit and Form 990 

• Oversight of Outsourced Functions

o Coordinate and provide oversight for outsourced accounts payable (RAMP; transitioning from Bill.com) 

o Review credit card coding and expense allocations 

o Review and assist with balance sheet reconciliations 

o Liaise and assist with managing outsourced payroll and benefits administrator 

o Support employee onboarding processes in coordination with outsourced payroll and benefits administrator 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field 
• Three to five years of experience; independent school or nonprofit experience preferred 
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy 
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills 
• Resourceful and proactive in researching and resolving inquires 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment 
• Proficiency in QuickBooks 
• Advanced Excel skills 
• Experience with Blackbaud Tuition Management, RAMP, Bill.com, ADP is beneficial

Compensation and Benefits

 Salary range:  $85,000 - 95,000

• Excellent health insurance
• The TIAA-CREF retirement annuity, up to 7.5% employer contribution
• Funding for professional development
• 60% tuition remission for the children of faculty and staff, plus additional need-based aid as applicable
• Complimentary Extended Day for the children of faculty and staff
• 50-100% tuition remission for Summer@WES for the children of faculty and staff
• 9 days of PTO, plus an additional three weeks of summer leave for 12-month employees

Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor visa applications at this time. 

Washington Episcopal School is welcoming and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

Please use this link to apply:  https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=0c2f3c9d-c117-4895-805d-28bd6884ee0f&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US&jobId=622689