Accountant I

Paramount Schools of Excellence, Inc • Indianapolis, IN

31d • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Controller, the PSOE Accountant I provides support to the organization with an emphasis on preparing accounts payable vouchers and deposit processing. The Accountant I should assist with the preparation of credit card transactions. The Accountant I will have primary responsibility of preparing workpapers and other supporting statements. The role should include, but is not limited to the points above.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field; or Associate’s degree with a minimum of two years of accounting-related experience is recommended.
• Prior experience with school and/or non-profit grants management and finance is required
• Ability to interpret complex grant funding requirements, submissions, and budget projections
• Possess good knowledge of planning and strategizing financial and budgeting issues
• Strong command over written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of basic accounting and accounts receivable
• Ability to learn industry specific software
• Ability to work in task-driven environment
• Exceptional attention to accuracy and detail
• Excellent organizational and proactive problem-solving skills
• Active listening skills and with ability to follow-through tasks at hand
• Must be a team player with the ability to work independently

Nice To Haves

• Education-related finance experience is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review incoming invoices and deposits for accuracy and completeness.
• Create payment vouchers and code invoices to appropriate school/department, grant, and general account accurately and efficiently to ensure that payables are paid timely.
• Prepare the Organization’s credit card expenses: code credit card charges to proper grant and general ledger account, collect invoices/receipts from cardholders, reconcile credit card expenditures monthly.
• Collaborate with other members of the Finance team to ensure successful execution of grant process.
• Review accounting data for accuracy and compliance with SBOA. Reconcile accounts to detail. Determine required general ledger entries.
• Seek out ways to improve financial processes. Demonstrate a desire to improve quality, speed, and efficiency.
• Participate in monthly budget meetings, as needed, to provide progress reports to school principals and receive instruction.
• Prepare work papers and provide information that supports the annual financial audit.
• Provide additional clerical and administrative support, as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree