Senior Accountant

Our client is one of the largest, most experienced, and most successful online public schools in the nation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance Preferred
• Minimum of five years’ experience in related field
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one settings and small group situations
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to write/create routine reports and correspondence.
• Knowledge of accounting software, Excel, and Word software
• Child Abuse Clearance; Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check; and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Clearance

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and enter journal entries into the general ledger.
• Perform monthly account reconciliations and cash flow statements.
• Perform month-end close functions including preparation of financial statements.
• Review financial statements and report variances.
• Assist with budget preparation and monthly financial review.
• Assist in preparation for annual financial audit.
• Process and submit PDE-2057.
• Assist with accounting software administration.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow policies and procedures; complete tasks correctly and on time; support organization’s goal and values.
• Display willingness to make decisions; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision making process; make timely decisions.
• Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently.
• Adapt to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent changes delays, or unexpected events.
• Consistently at work and on time, ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrive at meetings and appointments on time.
• Follow instructions, respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions.
• Perform any additional duties deemed necessary by the Director of Business Services