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The King's Academy

Accounting Specialist

The King's Academy, Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94087


Job Title : Accounting Specialist

Job Status : Full-Time, 12 Months

Exempt Status : Exempt

Department : Business Office

Reports to : Director of Finance & HR

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Accounting Specialist is to ensure the day-to-day accounting tasks are accurate and completed in a timely manner. The Accounting Specialist will be the primary liaison to parents and vendors.

Essential Job Functions

Accounts Receivable (invoicing, collections, payment plans, deposits)

Manage collection process, ensuring A/R agings stay within assigned thresholds

Accounts Payable (audit bills, credit card reconciliation)

Tuition Management (invoice, refunds, payment plans, etc for 1,000+ students)

Cash Receipts (process, prepare and make deposits)

Financial Aid (oversee submittals, assign awards)

Donor letters and receipts

Oversee processing of daily mail

Manage Payment Link process for all departments

Prepare tax receipts as needed

Accounting administrative duties as needed

Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

4+ years bookkeeping experience

4+ years Quickbooks experience,

preferably

QBO experience

Equivalent combination of education and work experience which demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above-described essential job functions

Skills and Abilities

High level of attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Suite

Ability to learn new computer software systems

Able to work both independently and in a team setting

Ability to 10-key with speed and accuracy

Core Characteristics

Commitment to loving and serving Jesus Christ and supporting the school’s mission

Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

Positive, flexible, resourceful and solution-oriented

Maintain confidentiality in all conversations

Proactive, self-starter who enjoys taking ownership of their work

Able to understand, love, and relate to students

Must be active (or pursuing) community in a local Christian body of believers

Must have compatible theology in line with TKA's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Agreement

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Required to use the computer throughout the day

Frequently communicates with parents and colleagues

Work will be performed from the campus

May occasionally have to lift up to 20-pounds

Work is generally performed

Monday-Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm

This position will occasionally require you to work nights, weekends and overnights (for trips/events). As much advance notice as possible will be provided.

Salary & Benefits

TKA offers a

comprehensive benefits package

that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additionally, TKA has an HSA and FSA plan, Employee Assistance Program, 403(B) base with matching contributions, basic life insurance, paid time off, and paid professional development.

Pay Grid:

Specialist IV

Pay Grid Range:

$76,813 to $93,634

This position is paid based on a preset salary grid, and the actual salary will be determined by applicable education and experience as determined by the Human Resources department. The starting pay listed reflects this position's minimum experience and education requirements. The top pay range represents the top of the pay grid for this position. It is rare for a candidate to enter this position at the top of the pay grid. Most candidates can expect to enter in the lower to middle section of the pay grid, depending on experience and education.

Please Note:

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; therefore, this job description is subject to change.

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