Staff Accountant

Uncommon Schools•New York, NY

4h•$67,300 - $79,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant position will support the Accounting Manager on all aspects of accounting functions including, but not limited to month end ledger close and reporting, supporting the accounts payable/receivable functions of schools or Home Office, preparing materials for the annual audit process and working closely with the Finance team. The Staff Accountant will work closely with the members of the team to ensure accurate recording of the financial operations of the organization and assist with team initiatives and projects as needed. Regular communication with school-based staff handling multiple school locations (for Home Office-communicate with HO departments).

Requirements

In-depth understanding of accounting principles
Strong ability to read, understand, and identify issues in financial statements
Experience with accounting systems. (Work Day preferred)
Experience working in a multi-site organization preferred
Skilled in use of MS Excel
Proficient in MS Office Suite
Strong communication skills; written and verbal
Focused, keen attention to detail and follow-through
Strong organization, time management and work prioritization skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work well on a team and participate in team initiatives and projects
Ability to work autonomously, as well as take direction as needed
Undergraduate Degree in Accounting or related area
Minimum 2-3 years of accounting experience (non-profit organization a plus)
Knowledge of non-profit accounting rules applicable to donations and grants received (a plus)
Experience in K-12 public education preferred.

Nice To Haves

Work Day preferred
Experience working in a multi-site organization preferred
non-profit organization a plus
Knowledge of non-profit accounting rules applicable to donations and grants received (a plus)
Experience in K-12 public education preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage accounting functions for the multiple schools within the Uncommon Schools organization
Maintain financial record keeping and reporting systems
Oversee receivables, payables, cash receipts, and cash disbursements transactions
Ensure accurate recording of transactions in the general ledger and make adjusting entries as needed
Produce accrual based accurate and timely monthly financial statements including balance sheets, profit/loss statements, and transaction reports
Review donations and grants received and record applying non-profit accounting rules as needed
Prepare and post journal entries including monthly and yearly closing entries
Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and follow up on unusual items
Perform monthly ledger closing and reconcile ledger accounts
Prepare information and provide support to outside accountants for 990 filing
Prepare accounting records and workpapers for annual audit
Maintain fixed asset and associated depreciation schedules
Maintain monthly rent and lease schedules and updated on an annual basis or as needed per contracted terms
Maintain and enforce Uncommon’s fiscal policies and procedures and other internal guidelines
Conduct research required for strategic team initiatives, special projects, and other special requests
Perform various accounting, administrative and other related duties as assigned and required by the role