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Job Description

The Independent School is currently seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the school\'s accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate recording of financial transactions, and supporting various financial activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly statements for student tuition accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Record payments on accounts receivable accounts promptly and accurately.
• Monitor outstanding accounts receivable balances and initiate communication with individuals to resolve overdue balances effectively.
• Conduct monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records.
• Generate reports to support the financial activities of the schools auxiliary operations on a monthly basis.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries accurately.
• Perform monthly reconciliations for selected accounts to maintain financial accuracy.
• Provide timely and accurate responses to inquiries from staff members and parents regarding accounts receivable matters.
• Prepare necessary workpapers and schedules throughout the year for interim and year-end financial reporting.
• Assist the schools Chef by providing financial reports necessary for lunch revenue management.
• Reconcile and track student lunch accounts on a monthly basis.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to various projects and special assignments as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of professional experience in a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Effective problem-solving abilities and proactive approach to tasks.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Associate\'s Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Previous experience in billing and collections.
• Customer service experience is advantageous.

To apply please send resume and cover letter to bria.porter@theindependentschool.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: \$15.00 - \$19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person