Staff Accountant

Colorado AcademyDenver, Colorado, United States

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Full-time

Description

Colorado Academy (“CA”) seeks a meticulous and organized staff accountant to join our Business Office. This position is responsible for processing student billing, managing accounts receivable and maintaining accurate financial records. The position will also be responsible for monthly accounting processes, such as bank reconciliations and journal entries and will work closely with the Director of Finance on various projects. The ideal candidate will be a strong collaborator with excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions :

Abides by CA’s Employee Policy Book
Commits to the ideals expressed in CA’s Mission Statement
Financial Management :

Manages all accounts receivable : student billing accounts, transportation billing and management, and travel and events throughout the academic year

Responsible for daily cash management and banking reconciliations

Tracking and managing miscellaneous revenue; coordinating with and training colleagues outside of the business office on appropriate processes

Assists the Director of Finance with other general accounting and office functions within the school’s business office

Operational Efficiency :

Self-motivated and independent to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting

Collaborates with Business Office team members to prioritize projects

Identifies opportunities to automate accounting processes

Maintains appropriate professional skepticism when reviewing financial records

Keeps informed of changes in accounting and tax regulations

Customer Service :

Fields business-related questions from parents, faculty, staff, and administration

Serve as the primary point of contact for visitors to the business office, warmly greeting guests, verifying appointments, and ensuring they are directed to the appropriate personnel

Develops and maintains positive relationships with parents, vendors and internal stakeholders

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications / Experience :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Two years of experience in accounting preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel

Previous experience with ERP accounting systems (e.g., Blackbaud, etc.) preferred

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills

Excellent time management and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Well-developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment, including students, co-workers, parents, alums, volunteers, and the public.

Commitment to confidentiality

Adaptability, honesty, self-reliance, teamwork, organization skills, dependability, flexibility, willingness to listen and learn, work ethic, determination, persistence, problem-solving and analytical skills, loyalty, and congeniality are essential.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment :

Works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate; occasionally works outdoors in varying weather conditions and climate

Uses close vision and works at a computer screen for extended periods of time

Works at a desk for extended periods of time; occasionally moves around campus and between campuses to supervise auxiliary programs in a variety of indoor and outdoor locations

Ability to occasionally move items weighing up to 30 lbs. across the campuses / office

Works in a stressful environment, effectively dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts; frequently requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions

Ability to work flexible hours to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines and to support before and after-school or weekend activities

All faculty and staff at Colorado Academy are expected to carry out the CA Mission, "Creating Curious, Kind, Courageous, and Adventurous Learners and Leaders,” to support the vision of Colorado Academy, and to contribute to the life of the school outside of the classroom.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. Colorado Academy reserves the right to modify or revise this job description at any time.

The pay for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 / year. Although this is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, Colorado Academy reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. Any wage differential that may exist for the position does not relate to sex, gender or gender identity, but relates solely to a seniority system, a merit system, or relevant education, training and / or experience. Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 403(b) retirement plan. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document.

Applicants are invited to visit the Colorado Academy website (www.coloradoacademy.org) to learn more about the program and the school.

Colorado Academy does not discriminate or allow unlawful harassment in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion or creed, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, marital status, genetic information, or other protected classifications defined by federal or Colorado laws. The policy applies in all aspects of employment with CA.

Salary Description

$70,000 - $80,000 per year

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