Business Office Accountant

Great Valley School District; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

FSA/HSA options

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Paid leave

Job summary

Great Valley School District in Malvern, PA is seeking a Business Office Accountant to support the Assistant Director of Business Affairs with financial operations, including preparation of internal and external reports, financial projections and reconciliation of district accounts.

The role involves maintaining and reconciling district bank accounts and fixed asset schedules, overseeing fund reconciliations, assisting with tax levy, audits, budgeting and monthly close.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• 2–3 years of school accounting or related experience.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile district bank accounts.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules.
• Oversee billing and reconciliation of Internal Service Fund and Food Service Fund.
• Assist with tax levy preparation and reconciliation.
• Assist with annual audit preparation and audit schedules.
• Prepare journal entries and support accounting functions.
• Assist with budget processing and financial forecasting.
• Support monthly financial posting and closing processes.
• Prepare internal and external financial reports.
• Maintain chart of accounts to ensure compliance with state reporting requirements.

Skills

School accounting principles

Financial reporting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Great Valley School District

The Great Valley School district is seeking a Business Office Accountant to support the Assistant Director of Business Affairs with financial operations including preparation of internal and external reports, financial projections and reconciliation of district accounts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile district bank accounts
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset schedules
• Oversee billing and reconciliation of Internal Service Fund and Food Service Fund
• Assist with tax levy preparation and reconciliation
• Assist with annual audit preparation and audit schedules
• Prepare journal entries and support accounting functions
• Assist with budget processing and financial forecasting
• Support monthly financial posting and closing processes
• Prepare internal and external financial reports
• Assist with maintaining the chart of accounts to ensure compliance with state reporting requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field
• 2-3 years of school accounting or related experience
• Strong technology skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of school fund accounting principles and practices
• Strong organizational and communication skills

At Great Valley School District, we value our employees and support their professional growth, well-being, and long-term success. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• FSA/HSA options with an annual district contribution
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid leave that accrues with years of service

If you're passionate about making a difference, join our team and help inspire student success, support families, and strengthen our community.

Great Valley School District is an equal-opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or handicap in its activities, programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Chapter 15 of the Pennsylvania School Code, and Americans with Disabilities Act. For information regarding civil rights, grievance procedures, services, activities, and facilities accessible to and usable by handicapped persons, contact the Human Resources Office, Great Valley School District, 100 Lindenwood Dr., Malvern, PA 19355 (610-889-2100).