Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant- Home Office - Arkansas

Position Summary: 

The primary role as Bookkeeper is managing the financial records and transactions of the school, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations. This role involves maintaining general ledgers, processing invoices, managing accounts payable and receivable, and preparing financial reports. The Bookkeeper will collaborate closely with school administration to support budgeting and financial planning efforts, as well as assist in audits and ensure timely reporting of financial data. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software are essential for success in this position. The ideal candidate will contribute to the overall financial health of the school, fostering an environment of transparency and accountability.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience in financial management
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Education/Certification: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Equivalent work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to use computer and software to develop spreadsheets and do word processing
• Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines
• Knowledge of procedures for purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipment
• Ability to deal effectively with vendor representatives
• Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills
• Advanced use of Excel software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate and work well with the team

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Process bids and purchase orders as directed and in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist staff in preparing purchase orders, verifying available funds and authorizations before purchase, and maintaining accounts.
• Detect and resolve problems with incorrect orders, invoices, and shipments.
• Prepare and maintain the vendor database.
• Oversee daily General Ledger activity – encumbrances, open/blanket purchases orders
• Assist in processing Accounts Payable checks runs.
• Review and authorize payment of invoices. 
• Oversee approved vendor listing and ensure updates and compliance of required documents.
• Record deposits use accurate accounting codes in the general ledger for all local, state and federal revenue.
• Reconcile monthly bank statements.
• Assist with timely preparation of financial statements, to achieve accurate month and year-end closing of the general ledger.
• Other duties and assignments as needed. 
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Ensure compliance of policies and procedures for the accounts payable department.  Update and revise such policies and procedures as required.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Equipment Used:

All equipment required to perform job duties and tasks previously described. 

Physical / Environmental Factors:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary : $45,000 - $53,000