Staff Accountant, Accounts Receivable

Aspire Public Schools • Oakland, CA

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About The Position

Aspire Public Schools NorCal seeks a driven, detail-oriented Staff Accountant, Accounts Receivable to ensure timely and accurate recording and tracking of deposits for all school sites. The role supports the Revenue / Accounts Receivable Manager, Controller, and Financial Analyst team with financial analysis and month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and reporting. It also identifies opportunities to improve team efficiency through technology tools and processes.

The role works with state and federal education and food service departments on reporting requirements and supports nutrition programs and grant funding. It also supports the new Service Level Agreement under which Aspire NorCal will provide finance, accounting, and payroll services to Aspire LA. Work location and in-person expectations are still being finalized. The department’s size and positions may be affected if the multi-year service agreement with Aspire LA is not finalized, not renewed, or ends early. Employment is at-will.

Requirements

• Background in accounting through coursework and/or work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent financial analytical skills and accounting knowledge, including a solid understanding of general ledger accounts and their relationship to invoices and receivables.
• Strong understanding of and experience with budgeting and financial reporting.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and complete tasks accurately and on time.
• High accountability, appropriate follow-up, a sense of urgency, and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain positive, professional relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility to learn new technology and applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Experience with charter school and/or nonprofit accounting.
• Experience with accounting systems such as MIP or NetSuite.
• Track record of identifying and implementing steps to automate tasks and increase efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate cash receipt deposit entries for all Aspire school sites to support a timely accounts receivable month-end close.
• Request funding advice from the county and process and record funds to the appropriate school sites.
• Work with state and federal education and food service departments to meet local, state, and federal reporting requirements, including monthly reimbursement submissions, invoice processing, and application processing.
• Track, report, and analyze financial data related to nutrition programs and overall grant funding.
• Support the Revenue / AR Manager, Controller, and Financial Analyst team with month-end close activities, including posting journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and reporting on and analyzing trends.
• Improve or create technology tools and processes to increase team effectiveness and efficiency.
• Perform ad hoc financial analyses and special projects as requested.
• Support Aspire Public Schools’ mission, vision, and values, including antiracism, and uphold confidentiality standards and the code of ethical behavior.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
• Support the new Service Level Agreement under which Aspire NorCal will provide finance, accounting, and payroll services to Aspire LA.

Benefits

• Eligible for Aspire health benefits.
• Retirement through CalSTRS or CalPERS, depending on the role’s credential requirements, with a 403(b) option.
• Paid time off.
• Additional teammate benefits to be determined in accordance with an updated employee value proposition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed