School Accountant

Madison Country Day School, an independent PreK-12 International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, is seeking a detail-oriented full‑time School Accountant to serve as the engine of our Business Office. This role is perfect for an accounting professional who loves the "how" of finance: managing the day‑to‑day lifecycle of school funds, ensuring our records are audit‑ready, and providing clear financial support to our families and staff.

You will work closely with the Director of Finance to ensure the fiscal health of our school. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you will be a key partner in maintaining the school's fiscal health. Approximate start date:
July 1, 2026.

• Daily Operations:
  Maintain the general ledger, perform monthly bank reconciliations, and manage the month‑end closing process.
• Tuition & Billing:
  Lead the student billing process, including processing enrollment deposits, managing payment plans, and reconciling financial aid awards.
• AP / AR:
  Oversee vendor payments and employee expense reimbursements with a high degree of accuracy.
• Audit & Tax:
  Prepare work papers and schedules for the annual financial and retirement audits, prepare 1095‑C forms, and assist in the preparation of the Form 990.
• Payroll:
  Responsible for accurate semi‑monthly payroll processing and benefit allocations. Partner with HR Liaison and Director of Finance.
• Philanthropy Tracking:
  Record and track donations, including restricted donations, to ensure they are used according to donor intent.
• Other Items as Needed:
  Serve as Business Office Liaison in other areas and functions, as assigned by the Director of Finance.

• Experience:
  
  2–5 years of professional accounting experience. Experience in fund accounting (in a school or non‑profit) is a major plus.
• Education:
  
  A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Blackbaud, Quick Books) and intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Communication:
  Good interpersonal skills; ability to discuss sensitive financial matters (like tuition and aid) with parents and staff with empathy and professionalism.
• Integration with School Life:
  Our calendar follows the academic year, offering a more predictable rhythm than public accounting. You aren’t just a back‑office employee, but are part of the greater MCDS community.
• Community Impact:
  See the direct result of your work in the lives of our students every day.

• Tuition discount of 50%;
• Retirement Plan (403b, 5% contribution after one year of employment);
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, AD&D);
• Paid Time‑Off (Vacation, PTO, Holidays)
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability

MCDS embraces and celebrates diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or sexual identity in its hiring.