Bookkeeper

Are you an experienced and skilled Bookkeeper looking to contribute to a school community?

Do you want to share your passion for lifelong learning and support the nurturing of the next generation?

Do you enjoy providing excellent customer relations, with clear communication? If so, we might want to meet you.

At Woodinville Montessori School (WMS), we believe in more than just education; we believe in nurturing the whole child and fostering a lifelong love of learning. Since 1983, our mission has been to empower students from Toddler through High School with a holistic Montessori education that emphasizes independence, empathy, self-advocacy, and flexibility. Our campuses in Bothell and Woodinville, WA serve a diverse community of lifelong learners, and we are looking for passionate individuals to join our team.

This full-time, year-round position starts May 1, 2025, with the hours of Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Bookkeeper will work in a collaborative team setting and be responsible for keeping the accounting records of the School current and accurate, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bank reconciliation functions, maintaining general ledger supporting schedules, and preparing annual audit schedules. This role involves working closely with the Controller to ensure the school's financial operations are efficient and compliant with all relevant regulations. The administrative offices are at the Bothell campus and is conveniently located off I-405 just north of State route 522.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

You will:

• Be committed to excellent communication with families, staff and the rest of the school leadership team
• Possess extensive background and experience in bookkeeping.
• Experience in Independent schools is preferred.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of current practices in bookkeeping.
• Exhibit a high degree of organization and attention to data and details.
• Display excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Contribute positively to the school community beyond the job specific tasks, including active cross-level collaboration with a can-do attitude.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree in accounting or bookkeeping or equivalent experience required; Bachelor’s degree is preferable.
• Two or more years of relevant accounting experience in a nonprofit organization.
• Commitment to professional development and best practices in bookkeeping.
• Commitment to meeting the needs of the School.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

The salary range is $26 - $35 per hour, dependent on education, training, and experience. Benefits include health, dental, vision, Long-Term Disability, life, and supplemental insurance, paid time off, 403b retirement plan, professional development allowance.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

We have streamlined our application process to make it as easy as possible for you to join our team. Our job postings are designed to reflect our values and vision, not just the tasks and pay. We require candidates to submit a cover letter and resume.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of children and be part of a community that values mentorship, learning, and growth, we invite you to apply today. Together, we can create a brighter future for our students and ourselves.

Woodinville Montessori School celebrates the diversity of our school and local communities including race, color, nationality, religion, gender, sexual identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, national or ethnic origin. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world in our educational programs, tuition assistance, hiring, and other school administered programs.

Salary : $26 - $35