Charter School Accounting Director, CPA

Academy Charter School; Uniondale (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A charter school network in Uniondale, NY, is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead financial operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and oversee reporting across campuses. The role requires a CPA license and a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, financial management expertise, and the ability to communicate complex financial data clearly. Salary range for the position is $160,000 - $180,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in nonprofits or public sector.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, nonprofit accounting standards, and fund accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes across the network.
• Ensure compliance with NYSED and federal financial regulations.
• Support development and monitoring of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Design, implement, and monitor internal accounting controls and best practices.
• Mentor and support accounting staff, as applicable.

Skills

Financial Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Active CPA license (New York State)

Tools

Abila/MIP

Excel

Job description

A charter school network in Uniondale, NY, is seeking a Director of Accounting to lead financial operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and oversee reporting across campuses. The role requires a CPA license and a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, financial management expertise, and the ability to communicate complex financial data clearly. Salary range for the position is $160,000 - $180,000.