Senior Accountant

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At The Mount Vernon School, students are empowered to discover, explore, learn, design, create, and effect change. With a commitment to Identity, Diversity, Equity, and Action (IDEA), we welcome the opportunity to engage in honest, vulnerable, and courageous conversations that challenge our biases and assumptions. Our goal is to design a better world, so we choose to equip students with the knowledge, skills, attributes, and relationships they need to be impact-ready.

The Team

The Finance & Accounting Team works collaboratively to manage all financial aspects of the school. The team consists of the CFO, Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounts Payable & Payroll Manager, and Senior Accountant. Leveraging several digital tools and platforms such as Blackbaud, Veracross, Paymerang and Divvy the team works to increase efficiency and maintain the accuracy and integrity of the financial arm of the School.

The Role

The Senior Accountant plays a vital role in supporting the financial health and sustainability of the school. This position works closely with the Controller and Assistant Controller to manage day-to-day accounting operations, ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and maintain accurate financial records. In addition, the Senior Accountant supports the Accounts Payable function and serves as a key liaison with families regarding tuition payments and philanthropic gifts to the school. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and collaborative finance professional who enjoys both the analytical and relational aspects of accounting in an educational environment.

The ideal candidate is a solution-oriented problem solver with a strong accounting background, exceptional attention to detail, and a proactive approach to process improvement. A commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and a customer-focused mindset is essential. This role offers opportunities for career growth within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage Student Billing & Collections
• Family Financial Liaison
• Financial Assistance Administration
• Georgia GOAL Scholarship Fund Oversight
• Financial Analysis & Reconciliation
• Budgeting & Financial Planning
• Enrollment Contract & Revenue Management
• Audit Preparation & Compliance

Core Competencies

• Financial Expertise & Analytical Skills
• Process Improvement & Problem Solving
• Communication & Relationship Building
• Organizational & Operational Excellence
• Collaboration & Initiative

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred.
• Experience in public or private accounting with a strong understanding of financial principles and best practices.

Start Date | June 15, 2025

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