What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Assistant position at SLO Classical Academy?
Accounting Assistant
SLOCA’s VISION OF AND FOR EMPLOYEES
Highly desirable employees at SLO Classical Academy are those who are: passionate about classical education and children, committed to personal and professional growth and development, effective and loyal team players, creative thinkers, in full support of our core values and interested in the health and growth of SLO Classical Academy.
POSITION PURPOSE / JOB SUMMARY
- As a valued member of Team SLOCA, the Accounting Assistant performs a wide range of duties to ensure compliance with rules and regulations and sound financial systems and recording.
JOB STRUCTURE AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
- P/T Non-exempt employee
- Accounting Assistant averages 20 hours/week. PTO (1 in 23)
- Accounting Assistant reports to the Finance Manager
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
- High School diploma
- 2 years bookkeeping/accounting experience
Preferred:
- College Degree
- Purchasing experience
- Banking experience
- Fluent in Quickbooks
- SLOCA-specific
- A willingness to learn about and support passionately the mission of SLO Classical Academy
- Committed to support and uphold the school’s unique makeup as non-sectarian and accessible to families and employees from various backgrounds and beliefs
- Clear a background check and TB screening
- Ability to carry out duties as described below
Duties & Responsibilities
Vision-related Responsibilities
- Assist Finance Manager in developing and implementing new accounting systems.
Accounting Responsibilities
- Serve as the main point person for purchasing.
- Assist in the implementation of new accounting processes.
- Track and enter all credit card transactions.
- Assist team members with tracking expenses.
- Assist with monthly reconciliations.
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Input information into Quickbooks.
- Assist in data collection for annual audits.
- Assist with payroll audits.
- Assist with the collections process as needed.
- Verify semi-monthly payroll reports.
- Light filing and archiving of accounting documentation.
- Any other functions not listed above that impact school finances.
- Staff members are expected to adhere to all Administrative Directives as well as any applicable SLOCA Policies including those specifically outlined in the Employee Manual.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds on a limited basis. Able to sit at a desk or in meetings for long periods of time. Able to work irregular hours if needed for meetings, etc.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $20.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $21
