Accountant

Overview

This role supports accurate cash accounting, strong internal controls, and expense reporting administration. The Accountant works closely with the accounting team and partners across Human Resources and school leadership. Responsibilities include contributing to month-end close, financial reporting, and assisting with audit needs.

The position reports to the Assistant Controller.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations, investigate reconciling items, and prepare related journal entries.
• Record bank fees, transfers, deposits, returned items, and other cash transactions.
• Partner with Accounts Services and Accounts Payable to support accurate cash application and monitoring of cash activity.
• Administer Concur, including user setup, terminations, card limits, and system configuration.
• Provide employee training for Concur and respond to expense-report questions.
• Review and process employee expense reports in Concur for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Record expense-related journal entries and perform related accruals and reconciliations.
• Support month-end close, including preparing and reconciling balance sheet accounts, assisting with financial reporting, and supporting audit requirements.
• Prepare business tax filings and census reporting.
• Maintain internal controls over cash and expenses, resolve discrepancies in a timely manner, and contribute to process improvements and system enhancements.
• Perform other duties and ad hoc projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 2+ years of accounting experience.
• Strong analytical skills and intermediate to advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience with NetSuite and Concur.
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-location organization.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage large volumes of financial data accurately.
• Process-oriented mindset with an understanding of downstream impacts.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Self-motivated, continuous improvement mindset, accountability, and a can-do attitude.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships.
• Commitment to high-quality internal customer service while ensuring compliance.
• Florida residents require level 2 background screening through https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: USD $55,000.00 - USD $60,000.00 /Hr.

Full-time benefits generally include:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Vacation time in accordance with company policy and state law
• Accident and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability

In addition, full-time and part-time employees can generally participate in:

• Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program

This position may also be eligible for a variable bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be provided at offer.

Work Authorization

Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the United States. The employer does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.

Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, who are responsible for the safeguarding of others’ well-being, and who work with little supervision in close proximity to others will be required to complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local law. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check is completed and a copy is provided to the applicant.