Staff Accountant

The Meadowbrook School of Weston; Weston (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Meadowbrook School of Weston is seeking a Staff Accountant to support daily accounting tasks on-site in Weston, MA. You will handle AP/AR, GL reconciliations, payroll entries, and expense reporting while contributing to monthly and annual financial reporting.

You will work with the business office to improve processes, support budgeting, and assist audits, maintaining confidential and accurate records in a mission-driven school environment.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of AP/AR and GL maintenance.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel.
• Experience in nonprofit or educational accounting preferred.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Process daily accounting tasks including AP/AR and journal entries.
• Reconcile bank statements and general ledger accounts.
• Assist with payroll entries and expense reporting.
• Prepare monthly and annual financial reports.
• Support budgeting and audit activities; maintain organized records.

Skills

GAAP principles

Accounts Payable/Receivable

General Ledger

Excel & accounting software

Attention to detail

Communication & teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

Excel

Job description

Company Description

The Meadowbrook School of Weston is a co-educational independent day school serving students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade Eight. The school combines rigorous learning with a vibrant environment for discovery, encouraging students to seek knowledge, face challenges, and push their limits. Meadowbrook emphasizes sustainable joy in learning and aims to inspire students to live with purpose, learn with passion, and lead by practice. Educators and staff collaborate in a mission-driven community that values curiosity, growth, and student-centered experiences.

Role Description

The Staff Accountant is a full-time, on-site role based in Weston, MA, supporting the school’s business and finance operations. This position is responsible for daily accounting tasks, including processing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank and general ledger accounts, and assisting with payroll entries and expense reporting. The Staff Accountant helps prepare monthly and annual financial reports, supports budgeting and audit activities, and maintains accurate, organized financial records in accordance with established policies. This role collaborates with the business office team, responds to internal inquiries about financial transactions, and contributes to improving accounting processes to support the school’s educational mission.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Excel, including data entry, reporting, and reconciliation tools.
• Attention to detail, accuracy in numerical work, and strong organizational skills for managing multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with colleagues, vendors, and families in a school environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive financial information.
• Experience in nonprofit or educational institution accounting is preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Commitment to the school’s mission and willingness to support a diverse, inclusive, and student-centered community.