Senior Nonprofit Accountant — Payroll & Grants

Junipero Serra High School, San Mateo, California; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Junipero Serra High School in San Mateo, California is hiring a Senior Staff Accountant to support financial operations. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment. Responsibilities include managing cash receipts, accounts payable, payroll processing, and preparing tax returns. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit accounting preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate bank deposits for the general ledger.
• Record tuition-related deposits and reconcile tuition activity.
• Collaborate with HR to process payroll and review employee timekeeping.
• Prepare and file quarterly sales and use tax returns.
• Lead year-end audit preparation and assist in budget preparation.

Skills

Accounting experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-directed work

Multitasking

Collaborative skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Junipero Serra High School in San Mateo, California is hiring a Senior Staff Accountant to support financial operations. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment. Responsibilities include managing cash receipts, accounts payable, payroll processing, and preparing tax returns. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.