Bookkeeper

Miamiarch; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Gibbons High School in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper.

The Bookkeeper will report to the Director of Finance & Operations and will be responsible for accounts payable, recording all financial transactions in the accounting software and assisting with all monthly reconciliations. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to analyze financial data.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning files and sensitive information.
• Must demonstrate a positive, welcoming and service‑oriented disposition.
• Proficiency in financial management software and systems.
• Excellent customer service skills, including ability to maintain focus on and professionalism with people in challenging situations, both in person and by phone.
• Good time management, including ability to manage several projects at the same time.
• Must be able to multi‑task and retain accuracy in an environment of competing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Word, Advanced Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeper will report to the Director of Finance & Operations.
• Responsible for accounts payable, recording all financial transactions in the accounting software, and assisting with all monthly reconciliations.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor degree in accounting or relevant experience

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Cardinal Gibbons High School in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida is seeking to hire a full time Bookkeeper. The Bookkeeper will report to the Director of Finance & Operations and will be responsible for accounts payable, recording all financial transactions in the accounting software and assisting with all monthly reconciliations. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor degree in accounting or relevant experience preferred.
• Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to analyze financial data.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning files and sensitive information.
• Must demonstrate a positive, welcoming and service‑oriented disposition.
• Proficiency in financial management software and systems.
• Excellent customer service skills, including ability to maintain focus on and professionalism with people in challenging situations, both in person and by phone.
• Good time management, including ability to manage several projects at the same time.
• Must be able to multi‑task and retain accuracy in an environment of competing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Word, Advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good oral and written English-language communication skills, including clear speaking voice.
• Must be supportive of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic School.
• Must have a professional demeanor, including adherence to dress code.

Background screening requirements

In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults," the selected candidate must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit www.info.flclearinghouse.com/.