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St Gabriel's Catholic School / St Michael's Catholic Academy lists this Accountant opportunity in austin, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Accountant Position at St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School
Located in the hills of southwest Austin, Texas, St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. We are one community, on two campuses, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit.
St. Michael's Prep is looking for an Accountant to join its Business Office team. This is a full-time, 12-month position on campus. The Accountant provides support to the Business Office by assisting with the School's accounting functions, journal entry preparation, account reconciliations, payroll processing, and other administrative support.
Strong communication skills, the ability to build relationships at all levels, organizational skills, and proficiency in Excel are essential. The Accountant must be detail-oriented, proactive, and demonstrate a high level of accuracy in their work. The candidate must also be discrete with sensitive information. The position reports directly to the Controller.
Essential Job Functions:
Prepares general ledger entries for accounts receivables, payroll and withholding
Responsible for monthly reconciliations, including payroll and withholding accounts
Responsible for monthly incidental student billing
Responsible for semi-monthly payroll
Responsible for monthly review of the school's purchasing card program
Assists with month end GL close process
Assists with year end financial statement audit and prepares audit documentation
Verifies accuracy of quarterly and annual tax reports submitted by payroll provider
Prepares annual statistical reports
Cross-train roles within the Business Office
Record Keeping & Compliance:
Maintain organized and accurate records of payroll and accounting transactions and related documentation
Ensure all records are properly filed and archived in accordance with the School's record retention policy
Stay up to date on changes in accounting and payroll standards/regulations affecting the accounting and payroll functions
Other Duties:
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates degree required, Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred.
3+ years in overall combined accounting and finance experience, nonprofit experience preferred.
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
Advanced facility with computer technology and software, including Google Suite and Microsoft Excel.
Prior experience with Blackbaud FENXT and Paylocity preferred.
Application Requirements:
Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment. You will receive an email confirming receipt of your application. Please contact with any questions.
St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Worksite address
austin, TX, 78716, US
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