The Hopkins School Business Office is seeking a Finance and Accounting Associate to work with the Finance and Accounting Manager and Chief Financial and Operating Officer in all areas relating to finance and financial accounting and reporting, including:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development, implementation, and maintenance of systems to ensure adherence to GAAP and the maintenance of internal controls that ensure accurate and timely financial statements
• Addressing deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities, including general ledger maintenance, treasury management, student billing, contribution and pledge accounting, accounts payable, fixed asset accounting, account analysis, reconciliation, and financial reporting
• Ensuring compliance with various regulatory agencies and working with the Finance and Accounting Manager in year-end audit preparation, budgeting, and forecast activities

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and dedication to accuracy and reliability
• Excellent analytical skills and proven ability to solve complex problems
• Proficiency with database and information systems as well as Microsoft Excel
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the school.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit at a desk for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time
• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs
• Special Environmental Factors:
• Close office setting
• Must be able to work with moderate noise level