Charter Schools USA · 3 months ago
Sr Accountant
Baton Rouge, LA, 70810, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCharter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest education management companies in the United States, serving over 82,000 students. As a Senior Accountant, you will compile financial information and perform accounting functions for CSUSA and its subsidiaries, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Performs bank reconciliations
Prepares and posts journal entries
Performs balance sheet account reconciliations
Create and update Excel worksheets as part of the ledger reconciliations, using advanced Excel features
Generates monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements for several subsidiaries
Work closely with independent auditors during the annual financial audit by providing supporting documentation, providing explanations of transactions and processes, and providing any information requested
Interacts with various departments to obtain current information
Reviews financing contracts, lease agreements, and various other documents to ensure that all transactions are recorded correctly and timely
Assists with budget/forecast preparation
AD Hoc projects or reporting as needed
Qualification
Required
Related experience in construction, development, or real estate industries
Exposure to GAAP rules
Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the job and the mission of the company; supports company's goals and strategic priorities
Works and interacts with staff and relates to individuals at all levels of the organization; relates to individuals at all levels. As unique situations present themselves, the incumbent must be sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image
Demonstrates ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple priorities
Prepares and analyzes complex financial reports, including writing report sections, integrating content, and formatting business documents
Establishes a set of operating principles and routines, driving projects to completion, while insisting on highest level of quality
Ability to consistently be at work, to arrive on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Strives to research, evaluate, and implement best practices
Establishes excellent interpersonal skills between all constituents: being courteous, professional, and helpful; demonstrates high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy
Demonstrates excellent oral (including presentations), written, interpersonal (active listening), skills and ability in negotiating and influencing, great phone etiquette
Good knowledge of company and departmental policies and procedures
Demonstrates knowledge of federal, state, and local requirements for K-12 schools and charter school law
Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or related field
Up to 5 years related experience
Computer Basics -- MS Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Skilled in Excel at the intermediate/advanced level
Commitment to company values
Preferred
CPA preferred
Familiar with Solomon accounting software a plus
Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable
Company
Charter Schools USA
Charter Schools USA is one of the fastest growing education management companies in the U.S.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daphne Donaldson, SHRM-SCP
Human Resource Business Partner
Jennifer Foreman
Chief Human Resources Officer
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