GENERAL SUMMARY:

Roland Park Country School (RPCS), a college preparatory school for girls, is dedicated to the intellectual and moral development of its students. We cultivate creativity, independence of thought, tenacity of purpose, self-discipline, and emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. We maintain high academic standards, uphold tradition, and promote innovation. We nurture a cooperative, resilient spirit within an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. In a diverse, inclusive, and joyful community, Roland Park Country School strives to instill in its students a lifelong love of learning and the responsibility to look within and beyond themselves to contribute to and serve as stewards and leaders of their communities.

Roland Park Country School is seeking to fill a full time, 12 month Staff Accountant/Student Accounts Manager who will report to the Chief Financial Officer and is an integral part of the Business Office team. The SA/SAM is responsible for management of Student Accounts in addition to other responsibilities as a Staff Accountant as detailed below. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

STAFF ACCOUNTANT/STUDENT ACCOUNTS MANAGER
Manage all aspects of student billing, including:
Record all appropriate charges and credits to student accounts
Post payments to student accounts
Communicate with families with delinquent accounts to resolve delinquency 
Document all communications with delinquent families in the student billing system
Produce all applicable management reports at least twice monthly and as requested
Coordinate weekly meetings with the Enrollment Office to discuss status of delinquencies 
Reconcile student accounts receivable and related GL accounts at the end of each month 

TREASURY MANAGEMENT
Deposits
Remotely deposit all checks that are given to the Business Office on a timely basis 
Separate checks before deposit into 2 categories – Tuition and Non-Tuition
Post tuition checks deposited into the student billing system same day as deposited
Provide deposit reports and original documentation to staff in charge of recording non-tuition receipts in the general ledger
Disbursements
Upload ACH files to the bank
Upload check listings to the bank for Positive Pay 
Set up new vendors in the bank portal as needed for ACH Positive Pay
Upload HSA payment to bank as needed
Mobile Payment Processing
Manage Venmo, Square, and PayPal receivables
Monitor activity on a weekly basis and around special events
Post transactions to related GL accounts on a timely basis
General
Monitor bank activity for ACH deposits received
Notify the appropriate department or staff of ACH receipts
Record ACH receipts for tuition in the student billing system
FIXED ASSETS
Acquisitions
Add fixed asset purchases to the fixed asset module in the financial accounting system
Select appropriate asset class, useful life and depreciation method
Disposals
Record asset disposals in the fixed asset module in the financial accounting system
Determine the gain/loss on disposal and record it in the general ledger
General
Reconcile the fixed asset module totals to the appropriate general ledger account monthly
Post depreciation to the general ledger on an annual basis

CREDIT CARD PROGRAM
Manage all aspects of the school’s credit card program, including:
Issue new cards as approved 
Terminate cards as needed
Create employee profiles and access in the financial accounting system
Adjust spending limits as approved
Assistance with general credit card issues
SCHOOL STORE AND FOOD SERVICES SOFTWARE SYSTEMS
Manage the point-of-sale system used for both the school store and the school’s food service (ODIN, MyKidsSpending, and Shopify)
Add and deactivate students and employees
Reset the system after fiscal year closes for the community meal plan 
Adjust profiles as needed for the community meal plan and spending limits 

MISCELLANEOUS
Correct and post Advancement gifts and annual fund journal entries
Create and post journal entries for revenue recognition of MyKidsSpending
Assist CFO with monthly budget review 
Support annual financial audit 
Assist Controller and CFO in generating reports and reconciliation as requested 
Other duties as assigned

WORK CONDITIONS:
The Staff Accountant/Student Billing Manager is a full-time, exempt 12 month position.
The Staff Accountant/Student Billing Manager is expected to perform their job duties on campus unless otherwise permitted by the Head of School.

COMPENSATION DISCLOSURE: In accordance with Maryland's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, we are committed to providing transparent wage information for all posted job opportunities. The salary range for this position is $68,000-$75,000 annually. Compensation is determined based on factors such as Experience, Qualifications, and Internal equity. 
BENEFITS AND ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION: Additionally, this position includes a comprehensive benefits package and other forms of compensation, including: 
Employer-provided health benefits: medical insurance, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, mental health support services, wellness program, free access to fitness center onsite, and free lunch daily. 
Paid time off for full time and full time reduced employees: vacation days (for 12 month employees), sick leave, personal days, winter break & spring break based on school calendar schedule. 
Retirement plan: 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions (required minimum hours worked after 1 year of service.) 
EOE STATEMENT: RPCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace, and all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and organizational needs. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact Human Resources.

 BACKGROUND CHECK:
A background check (including criminal records and employment history review) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can begin work with RPCS. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status or start of employment.

To Apply:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=35272&clientkey=9625868BC92E17AD013DC33D17704491

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
High proficiency in Excel
Blackbaud Financial Edge experience is a plus
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in a variety of settings
Must be able to maintain confidentiality and have good judgment and decision-making skills.
Experience in Blackbaud preferred

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or similar field
Minimum of three to five years of relevant experience
Experience in educational setting or non-profit organization preferred

About Roland Park Country School

School Philosophy Roland Park Country School, a traditionally all-girls college preparatory school, is dedicated to the intellectual and moral development of its students. We cultivate creativity, independence of thought, tenacity of purpose, self-discipline, and emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. We maintain high academic standards, uphold tradition, and promote innovation. We nurture a cooperative, resilient spirit within an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. In a diverse, inclusive, and joyful community, Roland Park Country School strives to instill in its students a lifelong love of learning, as well as the responsibility to look within and beyond themselves to contribute to and serve as stewards and leaders of their communities. Equal Opportunity Employment Policy RPCS is an equal opportunity employer. The School is committed to equal employment opportunities in all employment practices and decisions including but not limited to: recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and disciplinary action. RPCS does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, a medical condition resulting fr...om pregnancy or childbirth, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law (“Protected Categories”).

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