Accounting - Early Learning Centers

POSITION TITLE: Accountant – Early Learning Centers
DEPARTMENT: Finance Department
REPORTS TO: Finance Director
STATUS: Nonexempt Regular Full- Time (40 hours/week)

SUMMARY

The Accountant for Early Learning Centers will manage the financial aspects of our Early Learning Center operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and efficient management of resources. The ideal candidate will have a background in accounting, with experience in the childcare or nonprofit sector, and a passion for contributing to the success of educational and childcare services.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Management:

• Prepare and maintain financial records, including accounts receivable and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial reports.
• Manage the budget process, including forecasting and reporting on variances.

Billing and Payments:

• Ensure timely and accurate billing of parents and funders for childcare services.
• Track payments, including government subsidies, and grants.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with city, state and federal regulations, including audits.
• Prepare and submit reports to management, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies as required.
• Maintain accurate financial records for auditing purposes.

Cost Control and Financial Planning:

• Review and monitor operational costs to ensure financial sustainability.
• Advise management on cost-saving opportunities and financial strategies.
• Assist with the implementation of childcare billing system and other technological tools to promote efficiency.

Grant and Funding Management:

• Assist in the preparation and management of grant applications and funding requests.
• Monitor and report on the usage of grants, ensuring they are spent in accordance with the guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3 years) in accounting, preferably in a childcare, education, or nonprofit environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with financial software (MIP, QuickBooks, or similar).
• Solid understanding of tax laws and regulations applicable to the childcare industry.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset and strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive financial data with discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to manage deadlines.
• Collaborative and team-oriented attitude with the ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a nonprofit or government-funded environment.
• Knowledge of childcare-specific funding, such as subsidies, grants, or vouchers.
• Experience with payroll software (e.g., ADP).

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life insurance, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, 403(b) plan, Student Loan Forgiveness

To Apply: https://www.rewa.org/about-rewa/employment/

ReWA is committed to a diverse candidate pool, values and inclusive workforce and workplace environment and wishes to minimize or eliminate the impact of implicit bias during the search and hiring process. Women, minorities, and other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

BACKGROUND CHECKS:

ReWA is committed to providing a safe and secure staff and client environment. Employment at ReWA is contingent upon a successful background check on each new employee. Candidates to whom an offer of employment is made will be required to sign a Release of Information Form authorizing ReWA to conduct a thorough background check

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

ReWA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, family or parental status of any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.44 - $31.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Seattle, WA 98108 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Seattle, WA 98108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Seattle, WA 98108

Salary : $26 - $31