Bookkeeper

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Christ the Redeemer Catholic School is seeking a Bookkeeper to ensure accurate billing of tuition and fees and timely payment processing. The role serves as a resource to families on tuition, fees, grants, and financial aid.

Under supervision, the Bookkeeper will manage FACTS profiles, assist with tuition assistance, and update enrollment agreements. Strong customer service and Catholic values are important to support school families and staff.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Proficient with Excel and Google Workspace.
• Prior knowledge of tuition management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Invoicing and collecting tuition and fees.
• Update student enrollment and billing in FACTS.
• Respond to parent questions about tuition, fees, and financial aid.
• Prepare bank deposits for tuition and fees.
• Coordinate tuition reconciliation reports with Finance Director.
• Ensure timely posting of payments and fees to student accounts.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel

Google Workspace

Tools

FACTS

Job description

Christ the Redeemer Catholic School

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Summary

To ensure that families are properly billed for tuition and fees and to confirm payments are made in a timely manner. This includes invoicing and collecting the tuition and fees. This position is a resource to parents regarding questions about tuition, fees, grants, and financial aid.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Finance, the Bookkeeper will perform the following duties. Others may be assigned as needed.

• Ensure all student profiles are in FACTS and are billed properly
• Manage annual tuition assistance for new and existing families
• Assist families with TEFA application as needed
• Update student enrollment agreement annually
• Respond to parent questions regarding tuition
• Maintain and post timely payments in FACTS biweekly
• Maintain and post all fees to each students accounts as needed
• Properly account for all NSF payments received and spoiled/voided checks
• Post employee payroll deductions including tuition payments in FACTS
• Review and finalize payment plan for all students in FACTS during the enrollment period
• Prepare bank deposits for tuition and fees collected at the school as required by policy
• Coordinate, prepare, and review all necessary reports to complete tuition reconciliation with Director of Finance
• Follow up monthly with families who are behind in payment of tuition in an effort to collect funds due to the school
• Prepare all necessary reports during any audit of tuition records
• Manage and order all online orders requested by employees after receiving Purchase Order
• Provide guidance to families on pulling year-end tax statements and signing off on dependent care reimbursement forms
• Attend all administrative team meetings
• Assist Business Office in other areas as needed

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Preferably 3-5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
• Must be proficient with Excel and Google workspace
• Prior knowledge of tuition management a plus
• Able to organize and prioritize time and perform all work efficiently
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships;
• Provide strong customer service to school families and staff
• Practicing Catholic in good standing who supports the teachings and mission of the Catholic Church