Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

GENERAL PURPOSE:

To provide a wide range of accounting services, prepare for audits, payroll processing, accounts receivable, grant management, tax activities and other financial management services as assigned by the Superintendent or CEO.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting required
• Masters of Business Administration preferred
• CPA, certified through the Minnesota Board of Accountancy (BOA)
• At least 5 years of related experience
• Previous experience working with various aspects of office administration and customer service, preferably in a charter school setting

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Properly report revenue and pay taxes
• Properly prepare information needed for audits
• Oversee accounts receivable and process payrolls, employee benefits and other compensations
• Manage grants which includes processing and maintenance of mandated grant reports
• Monitor state and federal programs requiring reimbursements
• Monitor financial activities, analyze budget to actual, identify and investigate variances and resolve issues
• Financial reporting including drafting and analyzing financial statements and reconciliation of bank accounts
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files of accounting data as needed to meet regulatory, audit and compliance requirements.
• Other financial management duties as outlined by the Superintendent or CEO.
• Works closely under the supervision of the Superintendent to create a functional and cohesive administrative team

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

· Strong strategic planning and analytical accounting skills

· Must be highly skilled in use of Excel Spreadsheets and Microsoft word.

· Knowledge of or willingness to learn additional software programs

· Attention to details, problem solving skills and professional judgment to identify issues

· Ability and willingness to keep records and office space organized and easily accessible

· Ability to work under a tight deadline and to meet or exceed deadlines

· Ability to handle sensitive information with absolute discretion required

· Considerable knowledge of and ability to perform office management duties, practices and procedures

· Considerable knowledge of and ability to operate office equipment

· Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

· Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a variety of personality types and dispositions in numerous circumstances while maintaining a controlled, tactful, respectful, professional manner

· Self-starter who takes initiative

· Excellent team player with a positive attitude

• Ability to relate effectively with people of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds

· Ability to remain calm in an emergency

· Ability to think clearly in any situation, determine priorities, and handle multiple tasks

· Ability to make appropriate decisions quickly

· Willingness to show initiative in problem solving and team goal achievements

· Extremely talented in organizational skills as accurate financial records are critical

· Knowledge of charter school laws and systems preferred

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates can apply on the district website at www.nobleacademy.us and under General Information or Quick Links, click on Career Opportunities.

Please note that all employees are expected to understand their role as stated herein and understand that this list is not inclusive. All staff must follow through with responsibilities knowing that sometimes they will have to perform tasks assigned by the senior administration that are not part of their job descriptions. Responsibilities are subject to change with or without notice.

Noble Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Employment consideration is made without regard to race, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected statuses.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Brooklyn Park, MN 55445: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person