Accounting Coordinator
Atlas Preparatory Middle School
Who We Serve
- 92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
- 86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian
- 56% English Language Learners
What You’ll Do
- Process invoices and prepare checks on a weekly basis
- Record and prepare weekly deposits
- Maintain purchasing card inventory, distribution, reporting, and supporting documents
- Includes detailed transaction reviews, reconciling and requesting further documentation when necessary
- Assist with preparation for monthly grant invoices
- Maintain, update, and reconcile various logs, reports, ledgers, files, databases, and spreadsheets while ensuring consistent accuracy and completion
- Manage office filing and record retention according to school policies
- Run or prepare various financial reports as requested by the Managing Director of Finance
- Assist with compiling all pertinent information during a financial audit
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Managing Director of Finance
Compensation & Schedule
- Hourly/Non-Exempt
- $22.92 – $26.92 per hour (DOE)
- Full Time; Monday – Friday; 35-40 Hours per Week
Benefits
- Approximately 6* weeks of school breaks
- Please note hourly positions are not annualized and therefore only receive compensation for scheduled work days
- 64* hours of annual flex time and 48* hours of annual sick time
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
- Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee)
- 100% Employer paid short and long-term disability benefit
- 100% Employer-paid life insurance benefit of $25,000 (option to purchase more)
- Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Access to thousands of employee discounts
Annual Calendar and Start Date
- 223 work days per academic year
- Start Date: As soon as possible
*This amount will be prorated if employment begins after July 1, 2024 and/or before June 30, 2025.
Who You Are
- Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- At least two years of related accounting experience
- Consistent availability during business hours Monday - Friday
- Able to successfully pass all required background screening pursuant to CRS § 22-30.5-110.7
- Possess, at a minimum, basic knowledge of record keeping, bookkeeping practices and techniques
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail necessary for accurate financial reporting
- Superior time management skills and an ability to consistently meet established deadlines
- Display consistently strong written and oral communication skills appropriate for a professional setting
- Ability to exercise confidentiality when necessary and exercise appropriate judgment when communicating with internal and external stakeholders
- A willingness and ability to work in both an individual and team setting
Desired Qualifications
- At least two years of experience with financial management systems and Excel
- Knowledge and experience related to accounts payable and cash receipts
- Prior administrative experience in a school setting
Essential Job Functions
- Ability to sit and stand (conducive to an office environment) for extended periods of time
- Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times
- Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed
- Must be able to abide by all policies and procedures of Atlas Preparatory School
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Position Closes: When Filled