Business Office Associate

Saint Andrew's School•Boca Raton, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning. Saint Andrew’s School employees are committed to the mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. Position Summary: The Business Associate is a full-time front desk position that will greet, assist, and provide direction and information to visitors and provide accounting assistance to the Controller and administrative support to the Business Office. The Business Associate is responsible for managing the front desk reception area and creating a welcoming environment for school guests and visitors in alignment with the school’s mission.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in a financial or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required
1 - 2 years of previous experience in bookkeeping and administrative duties
High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
Excellent data entry skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, and complete G-Suite products
Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills
Demonstrate a sense of urgency, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently or as a team member
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment
Possesses problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the school
Commitment to a growth mindset and continuous professional development
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and for the majority of the work day.
May be required to lift up to 30lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge preferred

Responsibilities

Greet, direct, and announce Business Office visitors
Maintain supplies and general order in the Business Office lobby, kitchen area and offices
Answer and direct Business Office phone calls
Provide assistance to Business Office and Human Resources staff, as needed
Accept various types of payments from students, staff, and parents, including credit card payments
Maintain and reconcile petty cash receipts/disbursements
Maintain archive database and process archived data in accordance with policies
Prepare a check log/check deposit
Prepare journal entries in accounting software program as directed by the Controller
Assist with various reconciliations
Serve as a backup for accounts payable process
Other duties as assigned by the Business Office management