School Accountant

Diocese of Venice, Inc.; Fort Myers, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Venice, Inc. is seeking a School Accountant for St. Francis Xavier School in Fort Myers, Florida. The role supports the principal with all school finance operations, including budgets, tuition management, and reporting.

The position requires 5+ years of accounting experience in an educational or similar setting, proficiency in QuickBooks or Sage, and strong communication skills. The role involves confidential handling of financial data and collaboration with the diocese.

Qualifications

• AA or BS degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Experience with QuickBooks and/or Sage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• Able to handle multi-task simultaneously and work independently.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Must be able to pass the DOV accounting assessment test.
• Must be able to pass a level 2 background screening.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
• Prepares, administers, and reviews budget process for the school which is subject to review and/or approval by the School Finance Council.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations pertaining to financial decisions and questions facing the School.
• Acts as liaison between the school and the diocese in financial matters.
• Coordinates and reviews school organizations and student funds.
• Oversees accounting services as A/R, A/P, GL, Collections, etc.
• Provides professional accounting support to school staff.
• Manages school tuition system (FACTS), including billing, collections, and all aspects of tuition assistance (scholarships: private and state funds).
• Works closely with parents regarding tuition and fee payments.
• Reconciles credit cards and bank statements.
• Any other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Excellent communication

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Accounting or Business Admin degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Location: St. Francis Xavier School | Fort Myers, Florida

Overview

The School Accountant is an administrator in support of the school Principal and is responsible for the overall accounting operations for the school.

• Maintains accuracy of all financial files and records and establishes a responsible cash flow management system.
• Prepares, administers, and reviews budget process for the school which is subject to review and/or approval by the School Finance Council, as required.
• Analyzes and makes recommendations pertaining to financial decisions and questions facing the School.
• Acts as liaison between the school and the diocese in financial matters.
• Coordinates and reviews school organizations and student funds.
• Oversees accounting services as A/R, A/P, GL, Collections, etc.
• Provides professional accounting support to school staff.
• Manages school tuition system (FACTS), including billing, collections, and all aspects of tuition assistance (scholarships: private and state funds).
• Works closely with parents regarding tuition and fee payments.
• Reconciles credit cards and bank statements.
• Any other duties as assigned by the principal.

Requirements

• AA or BS degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge and experience in QuickBooks and/or Sage.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• Able to handle multi-task simultaneously and work independently.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite (word, power point, excel).
• Must be able to pass the DOV accounting assessment test.
• Must be able to pass a level 2 background screening.

Please note:State of Florida law requires fingerprinting and clearance through the Florida DOE Background Screening Clearinghouse for allschool-based positions.