Staff Accountant

About the role

The ideal candidate will possess: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field preferred. Three to five years of accounting experience strongly preferred. Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with accounting software; Blackbaud experience is highly preferred. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Excellent data entry accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to prepare accurate financial reports and reconcile complex accounts. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines. Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, families, and vendors. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and maintain accurate financial records.
• Aid with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain general ledger accounts and prepare financial reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and other balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain accounts receivable and assist with accounts payable processes.
• Analyze financial data and prepare reports to support business office operations.
• Provide support to the student billing and accounts receivable function as needed.
• Aid with student account-related tasks and documentation as assigned.
• Serve as a backup resource for student billing processes during periods of increased workload or staff absence.
• Assist with special projects and financial reporting as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality of financial and student information.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Business Office operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a closely related field preferred.
• Three to five years of accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with accounting software; Blackbaud experience is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent data entry accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare accurate financial reports and reconcile complex accounts.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, families, and vendors.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with accounting software; Blackbaud experience is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent data entry accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prepare accurate financial reports and reconcile complex accounts.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, students, families, and vendors.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging.

Benefits

Westover School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourage applications from candidates from historically marginalized or underrepresented backgrounds, as well as those with non-traditional career paths.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time, 12-month position.