Accountant
About The Position
The Bright Futures Fund is seeking an Accountant to support financial data requirements for schools in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph served by the Fund. This is a full-time, non-exempt position based on 40 hours per week and reports to the Director of Accounting. The Accountant reviews deposit documentation and accounts payable for accuracy and coding; processes payroll; reviews and reconciles tuition contracts and payments; prepares amortization and accrual schedules as needed; records general ledger entries; and reconciles balance sheet accounts with monthly supporting documentation. The role also prepares monthly financial statements and commentary, works with staff and finance councils or school boards on budgets, and may present financial reports or narratives to those groups. Employees must consent to a background check, commit to the Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person training before their start date.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
- One or more years of related experience in general ledger, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and cash receipts.
- Working knowledge of the Internet, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret financial management reports, technical procedures, and government regulations.
- Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from school and parish finance councils and Diocesan Education Office and Finance Office management.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages.
- Demonstrate honesty and professionalism; communicate clearly and concisely; take responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work; work with little oversight; act with urgency; and promote collaboration, information sharing, and constructive working relationships.
- Consent to a background check, commit to the Code of Conduct policy, and complete required online and in-person training before the start date.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of Sage Intacct.
- Familiarity with the Catholic understanding of ministry.
Responsibilities
- Review bank deposit documentation for accuracy and proper coding.
- Process payroll.
- Review accounts payable for proper coding.
- Review and reconcile tuition contracts and payments.
- Develop amortization and accrual schedules as needed.
- Prepare and record general ledger journal entries.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and prepare monthly supporting documentation.
- Prepare monthly financial statements, including commentary, as prescribed.
- Work with staff, Finance Council, and/or School Board to prepare and monitor budgets as prescribed.
- Present financial reports or narratives to finance councils and school boards as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Short-term and long-term disability fully paid by the employer.
- Retirement plans, including a 403(b) plan and a defined benefit pension plan.
- Generous vacation and sick leave.
- Paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
