Vertex Education

Accounting Associate

Glenside, PA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago

Financial AnalysisAccountingBudgetingExcelHRCommunicationMentoringMicrosoft OfficeFinancial ReportingInternal Audit

About the role

Be the one who makes a difference-with us.
While this position contributes to the accuracy of financial records, it does not have primary responsibility for general ledger ownership, financial statement preparation, budgeting, or overall client financial management.
With an innovative mind, a hungry heart, and engaging spirit you can change lives through education.

The Accounting Associate supports the day-to-day financial operations of multiple client schools by ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately, completely, and on time.
This role is responsible for transactional accounting activities including cash receipts, payroll accounting support, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial record maintenance.
Working closely with other accounting and other finance team members, the Accounting Associate helps maintain the integrity of financial data and supports month-end and year-end accounting processes.
Record payroll-related accounting transactions and maintain supporting schedules.
Perform monthly bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
Reconcile credit card transactions and maintain supporting expenditure documentation.
Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts and maintain supporting schedules.
Support internal controls and accounting procedures related to cash management and reconciliations.
Collaborate with other accountants and finance team members to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
Support special projects and other finance initiatives as assigned.

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is a plus.
0-3 years of accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or related experience.
Experience with general ledger systems, bank reconciliations, or financial recordkeeping preferred.
Experience with Sage Intacct is a plus.
School, nonprofit, or governmental accounting experience is a plus.

Understanding of basic accounting principles and financial transactions.
Working knowledge of debits, credits, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
Be well in all aspects of your life from your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing to your finances.
Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance.

Assist with annual financial reporting and other compliance-related activities as assigned.

At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education.
Assist in maintaining payroll accrual schedules and benefit tracking reports.

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