Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Are you passionate about working for an organization that serves to empower and uplift students through the education system by removing barriers and helping students realize their fullest potential? Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. We achieve our mission by hiring bright, creative, and innovative team members who demonstrate a passion for what they do.

If this is you, are you All In For Kids?

Communities In Schools of Central Texas (CISCT) is hiring a full-time Sr. Accountant for our St. Elmo administrative office located in Austin, TX.

The Sr. Accountant is responsible for the entry, analysis and maintenance of the general ledger with a particular focus on accounts payable and disbursements, accounts receivable and cash receipts, participating on the period-end close process and supporting the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements. The Senior Accountant will prepare general ledger journal entries and will complete monthly general ledger account reconciliations. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Who we are:

Communities In Schools of Central Texas is a sophisticated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with over 35 years in Austin, Texas. We are in strong financial health with six months of reserves and a long history of clean audits.

This is an exciting time to join Communities In Schools. In the fall, we will move into our new 30,000 sq ft headquarters, funded through contributions and New Market Tax Credits. And with our continued growth of services in the Central Texas MSA, we will also grow our Finance Team.

Who you are:

First and foremost, we are looking for amazing people who have diverse backgrounds and experiences, are inspired by our mission, and are highly motivated to change children's lives through education.  You will be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, and the people around you to the next level.

What we offer:

CIS offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience in a similar position. The starting salary for this position is $5,833.34/mo. Salaries are determined by qualifications and relevant experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and midpoint depending on experience and in alignment with internal equity.

Some of our benefits:

• Generous time off includes 4+ weeks of holiday and 2 weeks of vacation time
• CIS pays for 100% of the employee premium for the base medical insurance plan and we provide subsidy to support coverage for spouse/domestic partner and children
• Dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options
• Professional development
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)We offer an inclusive environment where staff are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work every day

What you’ll bring:

• Solid understanding of general accounting principles and practices
• Experience working with operating budgets of at least $15mm
• Experience working in a non-profit setting with fund accounting
• Proficient with email and MS Office applications; Intermediate Excel level skills
• Experience with accounting software; experience with MIP Abila Fund Accounting systems software preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team environment
• Analytic and detail-oriented, with good organizational skills
• Self-motivated, with high initiative and able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with firm deadlines

What you’ll do:

Accounts Payable

• Verify invoices and check requests, review supporting documentation, code invoices and record transactions to the correct general ledger, department, and fund account
• Flag and clarify any unusual or questionable invoice items or prices, research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
• Prepare selected payment reports for CFO and remit payment once approved
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions, prepare analysis of accounts as requested
• Process and monitor payments and expenditures effectively and efficiently to ensure that vendors and suppliers are paid within established ti