Corporate Accountant

About Us

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. We provide an academically rigorous education to equip students with real-world readiness, preparing them for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. As a Corporate Accountant, you will report to the Corporate Accounting Supervisor or Manager and be responsible for compiling financial information and performing accounting functions for Charter Schools USA and/or subsidiaries within established deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Performs bank reconciliations.
• Prepares and posts journal entries.
• Performs balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Creates and updates Excel worksheets as part of the ledger reconciliations, using advanced Excel features.
• Generates monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements for several subsidiaries.
• Works closely with independent auditors during the annual financial audit by providing supporting documentation, explanations of transactions and processes, and any requested information.
• Interacts with various departments to obtain current information.
• Reviews documents to ensure all transactions are recorded correctly and timely.
• Reviews weekly AP check disbursements.
• Assists with budget/forecast preparation.
• Handles ad hoc projects or reporting as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or related field.
• 2-5 years of related experience.
• Exposure to GAAP rules.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the job and the mission of the company; supports company's goals and strategic priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations with poise, tact, and diplomacy.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple priorities while driving projects to completion with a high level of quality.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, including active listening, negotiating, and influencing.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements for K-12 schools and charter school law.

Skills

• Proficient in MS Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Skilled in Excel at the intermediate/advanced level.
• Familiarity with Solomon accounting software is a plus.
• Prepares and analyzes complex financial reports, including writing report sections and formatting business documents.
• Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Strives to research, evaluate, and implement best practices.

Work Environment

• Usual office working conditions.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.
• Travel within or outside of state may be required.

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.