Charter School Accountant: Grants & GAAP (Hybrid)

Lakeshore Talent; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Talent is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee financial reporting, grant management, and accounting for charter school clients. The role includes preparing annual reports, GL maintenance, and close processes, with a focus on compliance and accuracy.

The candidate will handle grants, payroll liabilities, and audits, collaborating with school leaders and auditors. Hybrid work setup is offered in Lone Tree, CO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience required.
• Experience in education, nonprofit, public sector, or fund accounting preferred.
• Strong GAAP knowledge required.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Excel expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial reports for charter school grants.
• Review general ledger and ensure conformity with state charts of accounts for various schools.
• Create and post journal entries as needed.
• Ensure timely submission of state compliance reports.
• Write and rewrite grants, ensuring alignment with financial needs.
• Maintain understanding of EDGAR regulations.
• Reconcile grants, payroll liabilities, and prepaid accounts.
• Submit Requests for Funds for state and federal grants.
• Attend CDE grant meetings and financial training sessions.
• Manage scheduling of financial due dates and board meetings.
• Review school financial statements for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide support to Staff Accountants.
• Assist with annual audit and budget preparations.

Skills

5+ years accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Excel skills

Education nonprofit/fund accounting

Strong communication to non-financial

Detail oriented

Multitasking

Month-end close & reconciliations

EDGAR regulations

Ohio Fiscal Officer (preferred)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Job description

Lakeshore Talent is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee financial reporting, grant management, and accounting for charter school clients. The role includes preparing annual reports, GL maintenance, and close processes, with a focus on compliance and accuracy.

The candidate will handle grants, payroll liabilities, and audits, collaborating with school leaders and auditors. Hybrid work setup is offered in Lone Tree, CO.