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Accounting Assistant

Accounting Assistant

CFS • Houston, TX, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Accounting Assistant

Compensation : $45,000 - $55,000 base

Why Consider This Accounting Assistant role :

  • Frontline Impact & Visibility - Serve as the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and external visitors while supporting critical Business Office operations.
  • Diverse Accounting Exposure - Gain hands-on experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, general ledger, billing, and reconciliations.
  • Professional Growth - Collaborate directly with the Controller and cross-functional teams, building expertise across nonprofit school finance operations.
  • Supportive Environment - Join a welcoming, fast-paced team where accuracy, integrity, and positive interactions are valued. This is a lifestyle role!
  • Comprehensive Benefits - Excellent benefits including up to 8% 403b match, health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan eligibility, paid holidays, and vacation aligned with the academic calendar.

Key Responsibilities of the Accounting Assistant :

  • Serve as the primary contact for all Business Office visitors, providing professional and welcoming customer service.
  • Prepare and issue invoices for student tuition, fees, and third-party billing.
  • Monitor, collect, and process payments; prepare deposits with supporting documentation.
  • Reconcile student accounts, payroll accounts, general ledger accounts, and other financial records.
  • Assist departments with budget analysis, reporting, and financial reviews.
  • Support accounting functions, including journal entries, month-end close, and audit preparation.
  • Manage incoming / outgoing mail, FedEx / UPS shipments, and general office administrative tasks.
  • Qualifications of the Accounting Assistant :

  • Minimum of 3 years of accounting or administrative experience.
  • Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and Google applications. Experience with Blackbaud Accounting Systems or other nonprofit accounting software is a plus.
  • Post-secondary education or degree preferred.
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