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.