Accounting Specialist
Company: Aspen Heights British School
Location: Miami
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Description Accounting SpecialistREPORTS TO: Director of
FinanceSTATUS: Exempt/Salaried DIRECT REPORTS: No About Montessori
Academy of BrowardAtMontessori Academy Broward, education values
the development of the whole child-physical, emotional, social, and
cognitive. Known for individually paced learning and fostering
independence, we're encouraging empathy, a passion for social
justice, and a love of lifelong learning.Our mission is to prepare
students to be life-long learners and responsible citizens of the
world community. Through the use of Montessori methods and
philosophy, an individualized approach in multi-age groupings
encourages developmentally appropriate learning of academics,
social development and life skills.All children are given the
freedom-in a structured environment that is nurturing,
child-centered and supportive-to develop their gifts and pursue
their interests while also learning the incumbent
responsibilities.ISP PrinciplesBegin with our children and
students.Our children and students are at the heart of what we do.
Simply, their success is our success. Well-being and safety are
both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are
consistent in identifying potential safeguarding issues and acting
and following up on all concerns appropriately.Treat everyone with
care and respect.We look after one another, embrace similarities
and differences and promote the well-being of self and
others.Operate effectively.We focus relentlessly on the things that
are most important and will make the most difference. We apply
school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our
community.Learn continuously.Getting better is what drives us. We
positively engage with personal and professional development and
school improvement.Purpose of RoleWe are looking for a detailed
oriented Accounting Specialist to work at Montessori Academy of
Broward located in Pembroke Pines, FL. Under the direction of the
Head of Finance for Montessori Academy of Broward, the Senior
Accountant will support various aspects of our accounting and
reporting processes, and drive delivery of process improvements
initiatives.The Accounting Specialist will be somewhat of a
"generalist" executing day-to-day accounting tasks such as
financial activities to include but are not limited to journal
entries, expenses, balancing, reconciliation, report generation,
A/P and A/R according to established policies and procedures in an
efficient, timely and accurate manner. The Accounting Specialist
displays a strong sense of ownership and is fully committed to
ensuring accuracy of financial data and providing finance support
to school operations. In addition, this individual is
team-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial
environment and is eager to take an active role in promoting a
positive culture of positive engagement and school connectedness
for all employees to support the school's aim of being the school
and employer of choice. This role will also provide light HR
support to the regional HR team as applicable and needed.Key
ResponsibilitiesAccounting:
- Perform data entry, balancing and reconciliation
- Manages, matches, reconcile all cash and check deposits for
bank(s)
- Monitor and administer credit card statements, reconcile and
identify any discrepancies
- Provide full cross-functional support to A/P and A/R
functions
- Perform other duties as assignedAccounts Payable:
- Prepares timely and accurate payments to vendors and suppliers
based on review and analysis of approved invoices presented for
payment
- Enters approved invoices into the accounting system
- Monitors discount opportunities; verifies federal id numbers;
resolves purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment
discrepancies and documentation; ensures credit is received for
outstanding memos, and issue purchase order amendments
- Processes employee reimbursements by receiving and verifying
approved and fully documented expense reports and entering into the
accounting system
- Cuts Checks
- Verifies vendor account balances by reconciling monthly
statements.
- Investigates and resolves problems associated with processing
invoices.
- Provides accurate and effective document preparation and
records management relative to the AP function in accordance with
records retention policies and procedures
- Protects organization's value by keeping information
confidential
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational
opportunities
- Performs other duties as assignedExperience and Requirements
- 3+ years of accounting experience at fast-paced and/or complex
company.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Accounting.
- Solid understanding of the concepts of control design and
operational efficiency.
- Demonstrated history of solving multiple complex operational
and accounting challenges.
- Ability to analyze, summarize and articulate financial
information appropriately based on audience.
- Willingness to learn payroll processing as a backup.Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
- Highly detailed-oriented, known for accuracy and high-quality
work.
- Critical thinking skills, naturally inquisitive, ability to
spot issues and bring resolution.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to pivot and
reprioritize.
- Strong interpersonal, written and oral communication
skills.
- An understanding of and commitment to the ethos of the
education industry.
- Strong teamwork and collaborative skills
- Knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory
standards, and compliance requirements
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
- Ability to learn and operate computerized accounting
programs
- High degree of accuracy, attention to detail and
confidentiality
- Excellent data entry skills
- Strong mathematical, analytical, problem solving. and
decision-making skills
- Effective verbal, listening and written communication
skills
- Effective organizational, stress and time management
skills
- Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet
deadlines
- Ability to work independently or as a team member
- Consistently interacts positively with internal and external
customers
- Ability to sit at a desk in front of a computer for extended
periods of time
- Prior school accounting experience is a plusISP Leadership
Competences Collaboration. Takes an active part in leading their
school or region; is cooperative and a genuine team player,
developing positive, supportive relationships with colleagues to
solve problems and maximize opportunities. Learning & Getting
Better. Continually demonstrates personal commitment and passion
for learning and getting better using evidence and feedback,
supporting others in their continual learning, development, and
growth. Innovation Leadership. Is good at creating an environment
where ideas for learning initiatives and services are generated and
is able to motivate and inspire others through the process of
creation through to completion.Outcome-Driven. Can be counted on to
find solutions. Is consistently looking to exceed goals and is
focused on KPIs. E-Verify Participation:ISP U.S. participates in
E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9
information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the
U.S.Montessori Academy of Broward and ISP Commitment to
Safeguarding PrinciplesMAB and ISP is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all
staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are
subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal
Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years'
employment history.
Keywords: Aspen Heights British School, Miami , Accounting Specialist, Accounting, Auditing , Miami, Florida
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