Accountant
Bishop Heelan Catholic Schools - Sioux City, IA
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*Job Title: *Accountant *Date Posted: *September 12, 2024*Department/Group: *Administration Office *Start Date: *ImmediatelyOpen until filled*Location: *Administration Office *Travel Required: *Periodic Travel to Locations*Level/Salary Range: *Administrative/Exempt *Position Type: *FULL TIME*Internal Posting URL: *Bishop Heelan Website*Job Description**ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES** Provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing accounting data and preparing reports.* Prepares and posts accounting entries and ensures proper GL coding of cash receipts.* Maintains and reconciles subsidiary ledgers.* Maintains the fixed asset ledger.* Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement adjustments related to financial activity.* Supports the coordination and reconciliation of tuition related funding sources.* Assists in the preparation of the annual budget.* Ensures that financial record keeping is in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.* Maintains accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies and procedures.* Assists in the preparations of the annual audit.* Reconciles contributions between Advancement and Accounting department computer software.* Reconciles revenue generated from special events and activities.* Assists in the preparation of monthly bank reconciliations.* Responsible for E-Rate and other grant programs.* Creates/run Enrollment and State reports as required or requested.* Acts as a backup to Online Registration for enrollment.* Acts as a backup to accounts payable functions.* Creates and maintains accounting records for athletics, activities, and parent groups.* Assists with the accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable and administration assistant staff.* Coordinates miscellaneous accounts receivable billing and payments* Assists in training when requested.* Provides School Messenger support.* Special projects on an as-needed basis.* Reports and recommends financial actions to the Director of Finance.*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:** Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Advanced analytical skills.* Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.* Strong MS Office (Excel, Word) and Google skills. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP & Management Reporter, Blackbaud Tuition Management & Raiser's Edge, and Infinite Campus preferred.*EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:** Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred or equivalent experience.* Minimum of three years relevant experience.* Previous audit preparation experience preferred.* Experience in a computerized accounting environment.Job Type: Full-timePay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k) 6% Match* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Monday to FridayEducation:* Bachelor's (Preferred)Experience:* Accounting: 3 years (Preferred)* Microsoft Excel: 3 years (Preferred)Work Location: In person
Created: 2024-10-05