Accountant

Company Overview

New Visions for Public Schools is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to ensuring that all New York City public school students have access to a high-quality education. With over 30 years of experience, we partner with NYC Public Schools to support nearly one million students, sharing innovative strategies and tools to drive meaningful change in education.

Summary

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 focus on accuracy and timeliness
• Spreadsheet and database experience, with ability to learn new systems quickly
• Professional attitude, with the ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner

If you are passionate about making a difference in public education through sound financial practices, we invite you to apply today to join our dedicated team at New Visions for Public Schools. Please submit your application directly to the New Visions Talent Acquisition team for expedited consideration: https://grnh.se/db63317e1us

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $64,766.00 – $97,150.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Accounting: 3 years (Required)
• General ledger accounting: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10017 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10017