Company

Meeting Street SchoolsSee more

addressAddressCharleston, SC
type Form of workFull-Time
CategoryAccounting/Finance

Job description

Who we are
Meeting Street Schools (MSS), a unique network of five schools across South Carolina, was founded on the belief that all students can learn and deserve the opportunity to receive a high-quality education, regardless of their socio-economic background. It is our belief that a student's zip code should not determine a student's access to quality education. At MSS, we believe in a holistic approach to education and work to provide any and all resources that facilitate student success in the classroom and beyond as part of our twenty-year commitment from early childhood to college access.
Do You Have What it Takes?
Who we're looking for
We are searching for people with a strong mission fit and tight alignment to our belief that all students - regardless of life circumstances- can and will succeed. We seek people who have the motivation, drive, compassion, and commitment to ensure that all students reach their full potential. High-performing people who desire to join us in our mission to change the status quo of education in South Carolina and prove that higher learning is not only possible but expected for ALL students are encouraged to apply.
The Director, Finance is a multi-dimensional role in which responsibilities include providing operational accounting, financial reporting and analysis for network level team members and multiple school locations.
Operational Accounting
    • Complete month-end closing, reconciling all accounts
    • Maintain the general ledger
    • Support with all activities related to the Accounts Payable function
    • Perform Accounts Receivable functions
    • Work with HR to resolve any payroll discrepancies
    • Manage Network & Multi-School credit cards
    • Work with auditors through annual audit process
    • Monitor control procedures for the accounting department
    • Maintain the chart of accounts
    • Ensure compliance with GAAP
    • Grant Management & Compliance

Financial Reporting & Analytics
    • Support CFO in budgeting, and financial planning
    • Prepare and reviews Financial Statements and reports financial findings to key leadership and principals
    • Identify cost saving opportunities
    • Support CFO in managing cash flow
    • Create and monitor financial dashboards for each campus
    • Monitor bank activity and cash flow

Business Manager Relationships
    • Develop and train Business Managers on a unified documented system of accounting policies and procedures
    • Maintain an up-to-date Financial Manual
    • Host regular check-ins to maintain relationships and work on any problem areas
    • Maintain communication regarding grant balances, budget, and Title 1 tracking
    • POC for all finance/accounting related inquiries
    • Provide operational support to the network and schools

District Financial Partnerships
    • Maintain a good working relationship with our contacts at various school districts by ensuring our compliance on federal funding
    • Attend federal funding compliance meetings
    • Create federal funding compliance reports for districts

Requirements
    • Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of related experience or a combination of education and related experience equivalent to at least 7 years total
    • Background in accounting/finance, non-profit setting preferred
    • Thorough knowledge and understanding of GAAP
    • Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger
    • Fund accounting experience preferred
    • Refined organizational skills, ability to multi-task and extreme attention to detail
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications including Word and Excel
    • Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge and Workday preferred
    • Must maintain a cooperative, approachable team-oriented attitude
    • Flexible schedule determinant upon business demand
    • Confidentiality relative to all aspects of our businesses

$60,000 - $75,000 a year
The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, ranging from $60,000 to $75000 annually. Additionally, Meeting Street Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package including and not limited to:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
Life Insurance and Disability
Employee + Family Wellness
Tax Favored Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Retirement Plans
Referral and Retention Bonuses
At Meeting Street Schools we are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Refer code: 7228501. Meeting Street Schools - The previous day - 2023-12-18 02:11

Meeting Street Schools

Charleston, SC

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