The Accountant will be responsible for supporting the accounting function for 7 Charter School entities supported by New Visions. This role will focus on performing key accounting responsibilities, with a strong emphasis on complex analysis, and reconciliation, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, and playing a key role in the month-end close process. The position is based out of the main office at New Visions and reports to the Associate Director of Accounting.
Essential Job Functions:
- Prepare receivables and cash receipts for Federal / State funding & school fees
- Maintain and record fixed assets
- Prepare journal entries for health account, self-insured plan, interest, shared interest and other transactions, as necessary
- Monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and due to/due from accounts
- Review general ledger detail for accuracy and research variations /discrepancies; recommend and prepare correcting journal entries as appropriate.
- Prepare monthly close financial statements, supporting schedules and analyses.
- Assist in preparing and disseminating weekly/monthly financial reports for the corporate officers of the schools, respond to school inquiries
- Generate and analyze reports and supporting schedules for outside auditors and State authorizers
- Prepare and file annual IRS form 1099s
- Understand fiscal reporting procedure and requirements of public/private contracts as outlined by funding agencies and work with school’s corporate officers to ensure compliance and timeliness
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field; or equivalent education and experience
- 3-5 years of relevant accounting or finance experience
- Expertise with general ledger systems required (MIP/Abila and SAGE Intacct strongly preferred)
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and experience with handling complex accounting analyses
- Strong analytical skills and a meticulous approach to problem-solving
- Ability to meet assigned deadlines and adapt to a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
- Spreadsheet and database experience, with the ability to learn new systems quickly
- Professional attitude, with the ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
Our offices are currently operating in a hybrid model, with staff expected to work in person several days per week. Additional details will be shared if selected for an interview.
Salary Information
While the majority of new hires’ starting salaries shall be expected to be placed in the first half of the range(s) to allow space to grow in the job, for those who already have significant relevant experience at that level of the job, placement at the higher end of the range(s) is possible.
Pay Range
$64,766—$97,150 USD
Who We Are
For over three decades, New Visions for Public Schools has played a central role in improving the quality of New York City public schools and removing barriers to the success of low-income students and students of color.
New Visions focuses on providing educators with the tools, resources, and support to build and continuously improve strong and responsive systems. These include major investments in student planning tools, free and high-quality curriculum, and innovative career & college preparatory programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
New Visions for Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of New Visions that all employees and applicants for employment will be treated in all respects on the basis of their merit and qualifications and without regards to their race, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, gender, military status, marital status, ancestry, or any other reason prohibited by law.
New Visions believes that our teams should reflect the diverse communities we serve and that our culture and internal structures should be inclusive and equitable for all employees. We also recognize that perspectives from communities that have been historically marginalized are critical to the work we do. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from individuals living in the communities that we serve or who are members of historically marginalized communities.
New Visions provides a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package in addition to the opportunity to make a significant impact on education reform and in the lives of urban youth.
What We Do
At New Visions for Public Schools, we work to make great public schools common in New York City. We believe that all of New York City’s students deserve public schools that make successful futures possible, especially Black, Latinx, and low-income students who have historically had inequitable access to a great public education. Since 1989, New Visions has been a driving force behind some of the most significant reforms to public education in New York City. Today, our diverse team of professionals develop and scale innovative tools and approaches that help educators address common challenges.
We operate ten public charter schools in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens and, as a trusted partner of the NYC DOE, we help almost 2,000 public district schools plan for the success of over 1,000,000 students citywide!
Why Work With Us
You’ll be challenged constantly but will always have an amazing team to back you up and push you to succeed. You get to work with thought leaders and innovators in the education section. And you’ll be contributing to changing the landscape of public education in NYC. Plus, we have great medical benefits and fun work perks! Join New Visions today!
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