Financial Administrator

SUMMARY:  This position is responsible for the routine, ongoing bookkeeping functions of the school: accounts payable, payroll and benefits management, employee onboarding and risk management.  The Financial Administrator must function in compliance with all applicable accounting standards as well as with regulations for 501C3 organizations. This position is under the direct supervision of the Director of Finance. Most importantly, this person must be a mature Christian, willing to enthusiastically support the ministry of this school, must agree with and support the Statement of Faith, and must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Management of daily accounting operations; as it relates to Accounts Payable, Employee Onboarding, Payroll and Benefits Management and Risk Management.
• Maintain physical and digital records for compliance as it relates to accreditation and risk management
• Record non-tuition student incidental billing (test fees, lunches, etc.)
• Safeguard confidential information and ensure access to designated persons only. 
• Support the Finance Department with functions and research as needed.
• Attend administrative meetings and maintain ongoing communication with the Director of Finance
• Other Duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• This position requires a minimum of an A.A. in Accounting/Bookkeeping, with a B.S. in Accounting preferred or comparable work experience.
• Minimum of two to four years of experience in public or private accounting/bookkeeping. 

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• CPR and First Aid certifications provided upon hire.
• TB tests provided upon hire.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

For fruitful work, it is essential that the Financial Administrator have the following skills:

• Must have computer skills with proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and advanced accounting software.
• Must be organized, competent, efficient, and able to multi-task.
• Must have attention to detail
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing tasks as needed.
• Must be able to safeguard confidential material.
• Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

The Financial Administrator will be under the direct supervision of the Director of Finance and also will work closely with the Board Treasurer.  The employee will receive a yearly job review and performance appraisal based on fulfillment of essential duties and responsibilities.