Senior Accountant

Want to learn more about this role and Jobot? Click our Jobot logo and followour LinkedIn page!Job details:Senior Accountant + Mission Driven Organization + Davie, FLThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Anne-Laure McGroryAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" buttonand sending us your resume.Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per yearA bit about us:We are a well-established, college-preparatory private school serving students from Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade in South Florida. Our school combines a rigorous academic program with a strong commitment to character, community and values.With a diverse academic offering, dedicated faculty and staff, and a strong connection with the families and community we serve, we have built an environment where education extends well beyond the classroom.Our Business Office plays an important role in supporting the school's mission by ensuring that financial operations are accurate, organized, transparent and well managed.Why join us?Mission + MeaningYour work directly supports an educational environment that impacts students, families and the broader community.Stable + Established OrganizationJoin a well-established South Florida educational institution with a long history and a strong community presence.Visible ImpactThis is more than a transactional accounting position. The Senior Accountant will play an important role in maintaining the financial health and operational integrity of the school.Collaborative EnvironmentWork closely with finance, administration and school leadership in an organization where accounting is viewed as an important business partner.Variety + OwnershipThe role offers exposure to multiple areas of accounting and finance rather than focusing on one narrow accounting function.Job DetailsOur client is a well-established, college-preparatory private school serving students from Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade in South Florida. The school is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Business Office and play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting monthly and annual close processes, and providing reliable financial information to school leadership.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys being hands-on, takes ownership of their work, and would like to bring their accounting expertise to a stable, mission-driven organization.

What You'll Do

Manage and maintain accurate general ledger accounts and accounting recordsPrepare and post journal entries and supporting documentationPerform monthly bank and account reconciliationsAssist with month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing processesPrepare and review monthly financial reports and statementsAnalyze account activity and investigate discrepancies or unusual variancesSupport accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as neededMaintain schedules for prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accruals and other balance sheet accountsAssist with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysisSupport the annual audit and provide requested schedules and documentationAssist with maintaining appropriate internal controls and accounting proceduresHelp ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and organizational policiesWork closely with the CFO and other members of the Business OfficeProvide financial information and accounting support to school administration as neededIdentify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting and efficiencyHandle confidential financial information with discretion and professionalismWhat We're Looking For:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related field preferredApproximately 4+ years of progressive accounting experienceStrong general ledger and financial reporting experienceSolid understanding of GAAP and accounting principlesExperience with month-end close, journal entries and reconciliationsStrong Excel skillsExcellent attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to prioritize multiple deadlines and work independentlyStrong written and verbal communication skillsHigh level of professionalism and discretionNice to Have:Experience in a private school, independent school, nonprofit or other mission-driven organizationNonprofit or fund accounting experienceExperience with tuition, restricted funds or grant accountingExperience supporting an annual auditERP/accounting system experienceCPA or progress toward CPAThe Ideal Candidate:The strongest candidate will be someone who is comfortable getting into the details while also understanding the bigger picture. You should enjoy owning your work, solving accounting issues rather than simply identifying them, and partnering with people outside of Finance.Experience in a school or nonprofit environment is a plus, but we are also open to strong Senior Accountants coming from other industries who bring excellent technical accounting skills and the right personality for a collaborative educational environment.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policyWant to learn more about this roleand Jobot?Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page!