Staff Accountant — Nonprofit Finances & Grants

Maimonides School, a coeducational Modern Orthodox Jewish day school in Brookline, Massachusetts, is conducting a search to recruit a hands‑on, self‑directed and experienced Staff Accountant. This position reports directly to the school’s CFO.

This is a full‑time, on‑site role for a Staff Accountant located in Brookline, MA.

• Responsible for all functions relating to accounts receivable, billing, adjustments, collection of tuition and fees, conducting reconciliation of revenue and receivable accounts among multiple systems.
• Work closely with parents, faculty and staff to resolve billing payment issues, ensure prompt and accurate communication.
• Oversee and manage Financial Aid Requests, reconciliation and reporting.
• Assist CFO with monthly financial statement closing, recording of monthly transactions with proper backup documentation, and preparation of monthly financial results.
• Monthly reconciliation of activity relating to pledges, contributions, grants and donations, working closely with Development office to obtain proper backup and documentation.
• Monthly reconciliations of all banks, investment and endowment accounts.
• Ad hoc projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, with minimum of 2 years of finance/accounting experience
• Experience in non‑profit or independent school setting strongly preferred
• Impeccable accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, taking initiative, with minimal supervision
• Experience with Veracross, Quickbooks and Excel applications

Full‑time benefits include:

• Generous time off, including 3 weeks of vacation, Jewish religious holidays and Federal holidays
• 403b retirement plan with employer match
• Life/AD&D/Long Term Disability insurance

Maimonides School is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Maimonides does not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Please send your resume and cover letter to HR.