Accounting Lead

Cascade Christian Schools
Puyallup, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/27/2024 CLOSED ON 8/21/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Lead position at Cascade Christian Schools?

Founded in 1992, Cascade Christian Schools serves infants through grade twelve and today is a thriving school district serving students and families throughout Pierce County. Focusing on Christ-centered education, Cascade Christian Schools is dedicated to developing discerning leaders who are spiritually, personally, and academically prepared to impact their world. Join our team as we make a real difference!

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals needing accommodation to perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Prepare and maintain fiscal information, budgets, files, and records.
  • Process monthly adjusting journal entries, correcting entries, deposits, and accruals.
  • Manage fund balances, campus programs, and related financial activity, ensure that allocations are accurate and related revenues are generated, approve campus purchases, manage expenses, and follow fiscal practices.
  • Prepare documentation and written support, and convey information to auditors, tax accountants, and other entities as needed.
  • Develop and maintain documented procedures and internal controls.
  • Prepare monthly budget reports for each campus, program, and department.
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Executive Director of Business, Superintendent, Finance Committee, and Board of Trustees.
  • Reconcile, maintain, and research discrepancies in financial information.
  • Prepare bank reconciliations and financial transfers from checking, payroll, and money market accounts.

Position Requirements

  • A Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions.
  • Bachelor’s degree required in accounting, finance, or a closely related field.
  • Preferred experience in K-12 education or a non-profit organization.
  • Preferred experience in Sage 100, Sage Enterprize Intelligence (SEI) Reporting Software, Depreciation Solutions, CaseWare, and FACTS.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP).
  • Demonstrated experience in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated experience setting up audit work papers, preparing financial statements, and maintaining accurate records.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Willingness to attend staff devotions.
  • Must be self-motivated, willing to learn, and highly organized with attention to detail.
  • Possess exceptional customer service skills that are consistently applied to every member of the Cascade Christian community.
  • Must be first aid and CPR-certified or willing to receive and pass certification.
  • Must clear background check.

Work Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. This is an in-office position.

Start Date

ASAP

SALARY RANGE

$70,000 - $85,000 per year, Depending on qualifications

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program, Leadership Development Program, Life Insurance, and a K-12 Child Tuition Discount.

Cascade Christian is an equal opportunity employer, with the right to prefer employees and prospective employees on the basis of religion and other exemptions applicable to religious institutions. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check which includes criminal history and may include a credit check. The successful candidate will be asked to sign a statement of faith.

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000

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