Staff Accountant

Akiba Yavneh Academy•Dallas, TX

38d•Onsite

About The Position

Akiba Yavneh Academy (AYA) is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status Staff Accountant Location: Dallas, TX Position Type: Full-Time, On-Campus About Akiba Yavneh Academy Akiba Yavneh Academy (AYA) is a Modern Orthodox, co-educational, college-preparatory day school serving students from Early Childhood through 12th grade. We are a mission-driven community committed to educational excellence, Jewish values, and continuous improvement. Position Overview Akiba Yavneh Academy is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Staff Accountant to join our Business Office. This role has primary responsibility for monthly financial reporting and plays a key role in accounts receivable and tuition management. The Staff Accountant will also work closely with administrative staff who manage payroll and accounts payable to ensure accurate, timely, and complete financial information across the school. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys ownership, structure, and working in a collaborative school environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
2+ years of accounting experience
Demonstrated experience preparing monthly financial reports
Strong understanding of general ledger and accounts receivable accounting
Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly with non-financial stakeholder

Nice To Haves

Experience in an independent school or nonprofit environment
Familiarity with tuition management or student information systems
Advanced Excel skills

Responsibilities

Prepare and deliver accurate monthly financial statements and internal management reports
Manage the monthly close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations
Analyze and explain variances to budget and prior periods
Ensure financial data integrity and adherence to internal controls
Oversee accounts receivable with a focus on tuition billing, collections, and reconciliations
Partner with admissions and business office staff to ensure accurate tuition setup and adjustments
Monitor outstanding balances and support appropriate follow-up with families
Reconcile tuition and A/R accounts regularly
Collaborate with administrative staff responsible for payroll and accounts payable (without direct processing responsibility)
Review payroll- and A/P-related reports for proper posting to the general ledger
Support year-end close, audits, and financial compliance activities
Maintain organized financial records and documentation
Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and reporting
Provide additional accounting support to the Business Office as needed