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YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School · 2 days ago

Senior Accountant

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$60K/yr - $70K/yr

3+ years exp

YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School is a tuition-free, public charter high school focused on supporting youth aged 17-21. The Senior Accountant is responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and supporting financial reporting and operational procedures, playing a key role in maintaining the organization's fiscal activities.

Education

Responsibilities

Record journal entries, biweekly payroll and expense processing, weekly bank deposits, reconciliation of the balance sheet, bank statements, payroll allocations, corporate credit cards, gift cards and petty cash

Under the direction of the Accounting Manager execute monthly and annual close procedures

Ensure compliance with federal, state and local legal and funding requirements by researching existing and new legislation, consulting with outside advisors, and filing financial reports

Assist in developing grant specific and organizational budgets, invoices and reports as assigned

Provide assistance with the annual financial audit and grant audits and monitoring visits

Oversee proper expense and revenue classification based on grantor guidelines and monitor budgetary controls of grants and contracts

Communicate with staff and vendors to solve invoice discrepancies and/or answer questions

Reconcile semi-annual fixed asset physical inventory with the general ledger and make adjustments to fixed asset accounts as needed

Keep up-to-date on information and technology affecting finance and accounting to increase innovation, cost-effectiveness, and ensure compliance

Generate annual filings of 1099s and PA Unclaimed Property

Utilize the current accounting system to generate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports and effectively present financial data to internal and external parties

Ensure that staff adheres to the funder rules & regulations, organization’s accounting policies and procedures by conducting periodic desk audits; provides staff training and/or coaching as needed

Maintain and update business office records and vendor files in accordance with the school retention guidelines

Provide mentorship to a cohort of 4–5 students, offering consistent academic and personal support to help them stay on track toward meeting graduation requirements

Other duties as assigned by the Accounting Manager

Qualification

AccountingFinancial ReportingGrant AdministrationSage IntacctData AnalysisCustomer ServiceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

A bachelors' degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration

A minimum of 3-5 years related experience with federal, state, and local grant administration and accounting

Experienced with financial and operating data analysis, report design, and the presentation of quantitative information

Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate quantitative information verbally and in writing to audiences with varying levels of financial sophistication

Strong analytical, organization and problem-solving skills, which allows for strategic data interpretation

Excellent people skills with the ability to build relationships across all leadership levels and functions

Invested in our core values - Respect, Excellence and Perseverance

Equity-focused and believe that all students can achieve

Passionate about community service and civic engagement

Excited to mentor students and support them throughout their time at YouthBuild and beyond

Collaborative and dedicated to personal and professional development