Accounting Associate

Overview

This position reports to the Controller and assists in the day to day operations of the Business Office. This role primarily manages accounts payable, accounts receivable and the school store. The position requires strong organization skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a group as well as independently. Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines is essential. Knowledge of financial information technology applications is an important component of this position coupled with the ability to manage software and web-based applications/platforms.

• Associates degree in Accounting or relevant work experience
• Minimum of 2-3 years of accounting experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice
• Outstanding communications, organizational, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

• Maintain and support student billing database and files
• Update accounts receivable for bookstore and other charges
• Collect and post student payments
• Track overdue accounts and assist with collection
• Supporting families with billing and payments

• Maintain accounts payable database and vendor files, 1099s, W9
• Post and schedule vendor invoices for payment
• File vendor invoices

• Open and maintain student bank accounts
• Operate student bank
• Post student charges and deposits
• Track overdrawn accounts

• Order, sell, and maintain student store inventory
• Order and sell textbooks
• Organize Book Buy Back (textbooks)

• Light office duties including mail, supplies, filing and other
• Other duties as assigned by the Controller or CFO

Kents Hill School offers its employees a comprehensive benefits package, meals in the Bibby & Harold Alfond Dining Commons for employees and their families while school is in session, and access to campus facilities and grounds, including 400 acres with a trail system, athletic facilities, and our on-campus ski hill.

Please send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to Human Resources, hr, with the subject line “Accounting Associate.” The position is open until filled.

Kents Hill School is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.