Accounting Assistant (2 Positions Available)

Catholic School Office, Albany NY
Accounting Assistant (2 Positions Available)
Start Date:  As Soon As Possible
Hourly Rate: $24.18-$25.28 based on education & experience 
35 hours per week (Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm)

Job Summary 

The Catholic School Office accounting staff handles the accounting, reporting and business functions for several schools. 

The Accounting Assistant will work with the accounting office personnel in the CSO to support the accounting and business functions of the various schools and the office.  

Summary of Essential Job Functions 

•    Assists in managing the accounts payable function for the Catholic School       Office and schools which includes compiling, coding and processing all invoices into the accounting system, cutting checks and maintaining all accounting records and files.  Accounts payable processing often requires follow-up with school staff and vendors via email or phone.

•    Assists in managing the accounts receivable function for the Catholic School Office which includes compiling and processing receivables in the accounting system, depositing funds using the office’s in-house check scanner and preparing cash deposits for the bank.  Processing of student tuition payments into the tuition management system for various schools.

•    Processing of journal entries in the general ledger system.

•    Interacts with school staff during school visits, via email and phone calls.

•    Assists with the processing of payroll.

•    Performs other duties of this position to support the business and accounting function and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Requirements     

•    Minimum of an associate degree in accounting or business, knowledge of accounting, business concepts and procedures, and at least two years of experience in an accounting, financial and/or business environment.

•    Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word and adept at learning new software systems.

•    Organized and efficient with work duties and ability to prioritize tasks.

•    Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with all staff.

•    Some minimal travel to our area schools required – mileage reimbursed.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, salary requirements and references to: 

Bridget Frament, Director of Personnel Services  
Catholic School Office                                                                                                                                           40 North Main Avenue                                                                                                                                           Albany, NY 12203                                                                                                                                                   bridget.frament@rcda.org