Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert is partnered with a prestigious prepatory institution that is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis. Details below!

Title: Junior Accountant
Location: On-Site - Washington, DC
Conversion Salary: $72,000/year
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire

JOB SUMMARY   
The Business Office Accounting Assistant is a full-time, 12-month position.  The Accounting Assistant reports to the Assistant Head of School, Finance & Operations. This position has responsibility for accounts payable, supports student billing, performs general accounting tasks, and performs other business office duties. The Accounting Assistant will also function as a support member of the Business Office and is expected to provide assistance to other Operations team members.  
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Responsible for processing Accounts Payables (-100 invoices) using Blackbaud FENXT 
• Ensure all charges have proper documentation, approvals and comply with school policies
• Create and process in-House checks as necessary 
• Process postings for school issued credit cards 
• Handle inquiries from vendors and pull documentation for auditors
• Collect and maintain W-9 forms from vendors and prepare annual 1099s reports
• Review and upload charges for all service template into Blackbaud Tuition Management System
• Prepare deposits for miscellaneous checks/cash activity and post into Blackbaud
• Reconcile and record other deposits 
• Support department with day-to-day requests for reports and other information
• Reconciliation of Other related accounts
• Work with Development staff and other employees to identify restrictions on donated funds
• Work with faculty and business office for other financial tracking and special projects
• Make travel arrangements for authorized faculty and staff for professional development in accordance with the school handbook guidelines and assisting with changes if needed.
• Coordinate bus reservations for field trips

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of accounting experience to include accounts payable and reconciliation; Non-profit experience is a plus
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Excel and Google Suite. Experience with other financial systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to maintain precise records • Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across the organization
• Ability to multitask and manage duties with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to maintain the strictest confidentiality with highly sensitive information.
• Possesses a high degree of integrity and trustworthiness.

SKILLS

• Strong data entry skills 
• Proficient in Google Docs
• Proficient in Excel 
• Knowledge of accounting principles and Accounts Payable processes.
• Familiarity with purchase order processes.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Must possess a high level of integrity and confidentiality