Accounting Manager

Job Title: Accounting Manager
Location: Columbus HQ; Ohio
About Us: Our education management organization operates multiple K-8 schools throughout Ohio, providing high-quality education to diverse families and communities across the state.
Position Summary: Performance Academies is seeking a highly motivated and driven Accounting Manager to join our Fiscal team at our Columbus Central Support Office as we grow our network of schools.  The Accounting Manager will oversee daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of financial information.  The Accounting Manager will work closely with upper management to provide financial reports and insights that support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• General Ledger Management: Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accurate classification of transactions
• Accounts Management: Perform or supervise asset, liability and equity account processes, including cash, prepaid, accrual, lease, accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate accounting
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets and financial forecasts
• Accounting System: Become expert on all processes and systems including accounting software with capability to transition books to new software
• Internal Controls: Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment
• Audit Coordination: Ensure books are prepared for multiple audits and serve as a point of contact during financial audit

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• Experience: At least 5 years of accounting experience, with a minimum of 2 years in a managerial/supervisor role. Big 4 experience a plus. Experience in public education or public service a plus.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP accounting
• Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency in multiple accounting software, and particularly Quickbooks, strong analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and more.
To Apply: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 professional references along with this application.  Include a brief description of your experience in the education or nonprofit sector, if applicable

FLSA Status: Exempt