Bookkeeper

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Wage/Hour Status: Full Time – 12-month Exempt

Reports to: Head of School

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred.
• Five years related work experience; experience in an independent school or nonprofit preferred.
• Software proficiencies: QuickBooks, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs Suite, FACTS.
• CPR & First Aid Certification preferred.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, alumni, and TA community members.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and the TA community.
• Participate in professional development as desired or as requested.
• Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible, including professional dress.
• Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and meet those needs when possible.
• Follow the policies established by all relevant school, local, and state agencies.
• Present a positive role model for students that support the mission of the school.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Bookkeeper:

The Bookkeeper is charged with providing support to administration, teachers, parents, and more. General responsibilities will include recording and maintaining financial records and general office administration duties. Primary responsibilities will consist of accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and other required reporting, as well as performing a variety of clerical duties under the direction of the Head of School and her designees.

The Bookkeeper must be able to work effectively within a small, mission-driven, community-oriented team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound judgment in a variety of situations, with strong analytical, mathematical, administrative, and organizational skills. The Bookkeeper will have the opportunity to work independently on projects from conception to completion and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle multiple, diverse activities and confidential matters with discretion.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Accounting & Financial Operations

2. Maintain accurate and complete financial records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and school policies.

3. Utilize QuickBooks for daily accounting operations, including transaction entry, reporting, and reconciliations.
4. Perform monthly