Accounting Support Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

The Accounting Support Specialist, under the direction of the Accountant, will be responsible for providing support to the Business Office. Their responsibilities include, but are not limited to, accounts receivable, financial recordkeeping and reporting, balancing, and special projects in support of the overall fiscal interest of the school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Operations

• Assist in the maintenance of accounts payable and accounts receivable;
• Support the preparation of annual general journal entries for MCS closing year-end books;
• Routinely reconcile General Ledger Accounts, investments, bank accounts and financial transactions;
• Ensure balances are accurate and are backed up with supporting documentation; and
• Manage data entry of financial records.

Reporting and Auditing

• Assist in conducting both internal and external audits;
• Ensure compliance with applicable School policies, procedures and governmental regulations;
• Provide accurate financial reporting;
• Support period-end close accruals and journal entries; and
• Assist in the maintenance of financial statements, statistical records, reconciliations, accruals, and year-end audits.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The physical demands/conditions described below are representative of those that must be met/tolerated by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. (Examples)

• Ability to travel locally on occasion;
• Sitting at a desk for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
• Answering or making calls on the telephone for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
• Using a keyboard to perform research, and to communicate through written means for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
• Looking at a computer monitor for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
• Occasionally standing, walking, reaching, and stooping;
• Lifting up to 30 lbs.; and
• Exposure to low to moderate noise level.

QUALIFICATIONS

All MCS Staff must demonstrate the ability to follow policies and procedures as established in the School's Employee Handbook. Incumbents will also contribute to a positive work environment by behaving and communicating in a manner such that they get along with all constituent groups, co-workers, and management.

By signing MCS' Statement of Faith, Morality & Ethical Integrity Policy, staff are professing themselves as a believer of Jesus Christ, and regularly attending a Christian-centered church as a member.

In addition, the education, experience, and other skills listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting/Finance from accredited institution, required.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of accounting experience required; and
• Non-profit experience preferred.

KEY SKILLS SET

• Strong ability to Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively with parents and members of the school community;
• Strong ability to present solutions to management level with confidence and effectiveness;
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and excitement for Christian education;
• Committed to the mission of the Milpitas Christian School;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with staff, employees, vendors, and members of the school community;
• Demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with groups of people and manage multiple projects effectively;
• Self-motivated, willing and able to work independently with little supervision;
• Excellent oral communication skills;
• Demonstrate organizational and planning skills; and
• Approach work responsibilities with enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

EQUIPMENT AND APPLICATIONS

• Proficient in various financial and accounting software, Google Sheets, familiarity with Blackbaud preferred (training will be provided); and

High proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Milpitas Christian School is a 501(c)(3) religious corporation.

To Apply: Submit resume, cover letter, and references (optional) to Milpitas Christian School at Hrmanager@milpitaschristian.org. Position is available immediately.