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Temple Health; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: $47,500–$52,500 per year

401(k) with 5% employer match

7 personal days per year

Tuition reimbursement for all staff

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy is hiring an Accounting Clerk I in Rhode Island. You will support payroll processing, maintain payroll files, and handle W-2s, benefits, and attendance data for multiple schools.

The role requires 1-2 years of accounting experience, with intermediate Excel skills and familiarity with Sage/MIP Fund accounting. A Bachelor's degree is preferred; RI COA knowledge is a plus. Competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of professional experience in an accounting type role (e.g., Bookkeeper).
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process payroll bi-weekly.
• Maintain payroll files and staff payroll records.
• Issue W-2s at year-end and reconcile staff absences for payroll purposes.
• Manage enrollments, COBRA, terminations, and garnishments.
• Maintain employee benefits files and payroll documentation.
• Respond to payroll inquiries and support employees on pay-related questions.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Sage / MIP Fund

RI Uniform Chart of Accounts

Job description

BVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition-free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers a high-quality school choice to the families of Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.

The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP’s scholars will graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers.

Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio-economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. Blackstone Valley Prep (BVP) Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curriculums, and throughout school systems.

Learn more about why BVP is different.

Expectations of a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
• Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
• Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars' in a complex world.
• Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
• Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
• Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
• Attends mandatory professional development and family meet and greets

Opportunities and Benefits for a BVP Team Member include (but are not limited to):

• Competitive salary range of $47,500 - $52,500 commensurate with experience and comprehensive medical and dental plan*
• Internal hiring to capitalize on strengths and interests
• Collaborative, team-driven culture
• Instructional coaching
• Referral bonuses
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement for all employees
• All staff members receive a minimum of 7 personal days per year
• 401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%
• Generous parental leave benefits (paid time off, extended leave available, etc.)
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care (matched)
• Longevity Bonuses
• Impact Factors (additional compensation for shared experiences and education/certification beyond what is required)
• School-aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)
• Paid summer opportunities

*BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. We endeavor to pay people well and appreciate our employees. Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.

In addition the Accounting Clerk I is expected to:

• Prepare and process payroll bi-weekly
• Maintain payroll files
• Keep all appropriate files for payroll and personnel
• Issue W-2s at the end of the calendar year
• Maintain and reconcile the daily staff absences in each of the schools for payroll purposes
• Execute enrollments, COBRA, terminations, changes, beneficiaries and legally required disbursements and garnishments
• Maintain employee benefits files and updating of employee payroll records
• Respond to internal and external payroll inquiries and provide assistance to employees regarding pay-related questions, discrepancies, and concerns
• Collaborate with Human Capital and Finance to ensure alignment and accuracy of payroll data
• Complete forms and answerinquiries from financial institutions concerning employment, income and deductions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience with Sage / MIP Fund accounting software preferred
• Experience with RI Uniform Chart of Accounts preferred
• 1-2 years of professional experience in an accounting type role (E.g. Bookkeeper, etc.) required
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel required

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.