Accounting Specialist — Precise AP & Budget Support

TrulyHired; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and personal days

Paid holidays

Enrollment in the State Retirement SO?

Job summary

The Cincinnati Classical Academy is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support financial operations on a full-time, non-exempt basis. Reporting to the Treasurer/LFO, you will handle accounts payable, journal entries, reconciliations, and basic reporting in line with school policy.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, strong organizational skills, and discretion handling confidential information; proficient in Excel and accounting software.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary coursework preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and meet multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices accurately and timely.
• Prepare journal entries and assist with month-end close.
• Reconcile bank statements and internal records.
• Assist in preparing budgets and financial statements for stakeholders.
• Support annual audit with required documentation.

Skills

Accounting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary coursework in accounting or finance preferred

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

The Cincinnati Classical Academy is seeking an Accounting Specialist to support financial operations on a full-time, non-exempt basis. Reporting to the Treasurer/LFO, you will handle accounts payable, journal entries, reconciliations, and basic reporting in line with school policy.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience, strong organizational skills, and discretion handling confidential information; proficient in Excel and accounting software.