Finance Associate
The Finance Associate is responsible for :
- Embodying, advocating, and operationalizing the mission, vision, and strategic direction of Crescent City Schools
- Assisting with the creation and submission of grant reimbursement requests; tracking grant expenses against budgets
- Processing accounts payable
- Tracking accounts receivable
- Assisting with the financial month close process, including performing accounting data entry
- Assisting in the creation and production of records and reports required for external stakeholders
- Supporting the Chief Operating Officer, Director of Finance, Director of Human Capital, and Director of Development
- Participating in the life of the schools within the network by attending staff meetings and celebrations, and providing support as needed
What We Offer :
Click here for more information about our innovative compensation system. This role is on the Lead Scale.For more information about our award-winning benefits package, which includes fully-paid health insurance, an immediate 4% 401(k) match, employer-paid mental health services, and generous leave policies.Apply now if you :
Believe in the mission and values of Crescent City SchoolsHave a BA or BS degreeHave a strong familiarity with accounting principlesExperience with QuickBooks preferredCan demonstrate a working knowledge of the Mac computer platform and Google SheetsHave the ability to work on and prioritize multiple projects and drive all to completionHave the ability to think strategically about the organization's big picture finances, coupled with the willingness to execute the day-to-day finance tasksAre extremely detail-orientedPossess strong organizational skillsCan demonstrate effective communication skillsCan work well within a team environmentHave a strong service-oriented mindsetThrive in a fast-paced environmentDemonstrate maturity, humility, a strong work ethic, a sense of humor, and a roll-up-my-sleeves attitudePhysical Requirements
This is a hybrid role. You will spend most of your time in school-based offices, with the possibility of some remote work over time.Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and / or move up to 20 poundsAbout Crescent City Schools
Crescent City Schools is a nonprofit Charter Management Organization whose mission is to support and develop open-enrollment charter schools that raise student achievement and prepare students for college. Crescent City Schools currently operates three PreK-8th grade open-enrollment charter schools : Harriet Tubman and Dorothy Height Charter Schools on the West Bank and Mildred Osborne Charter School in the Kenilworth neighborhood. Our organization creates life-changing educational experiences for students and, through this work, transforms a city. At Crescent City Schools, we believe in inspiring people. And we firmly believe our success is driven by dedicated and talented employees. Crescent City Schools is committed to attracting and retaining the best professionals in education with an array of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.