Staff Accountant

Overview

Wichita Collegiate School (WCS) is looking for a Staff Accountant who is eager to learn and who is computer proficient. This position offers a relaxed work environment in a supportive educational setting where you can make a meaningful impact on our school's financial operations.

• Review of A/R and A/P Transactions
• Approve invoices for payment that align with the operational budget
• Manage general ledger recording of family tuition payments
• Track daily cash positions of incoming and outgoing funds
• Bank Reconciliation
• Record miscellaneous bank activity with attention to detail
• Perform monthly bank account reconciliations
• Prepare Monthly Financial Statements
• Prepare and post various month-end journal entries
• Manage financial statement reporting structure
• Participate in the delivery of financial information in committee meetings
• Budget Planning Process
• Participate in the budget planning and allocation process
• Meet with budget owners to review transaction details and the budget to actual performance

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or a related field. Ideal candidates demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets, including basic knowledge of formulas and data manipulation
• Computer literacy in basic dataset modeling and the software data import/export process
• Previous accounting experience (school or nonprofit experience a plus)
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

School hours are M-F, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. The primary work location is on campus. Our annual work schedule includes paid holidays and school breaks that align with school scheduling, well beyond the traditional corporate offering.

Wichita Collegiate School is a coeducational, college-preparatory, independent day school for students in early childhood, from 2-year-olds through grade 12. Located in East Wichita on a 42-acre campus, Wichita Collegiate is home to 968 students across four divisions:
Early Childhood, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School.

Founded in 1963, Wichita Collegiate School has shaped our students into inquisitive thinkers and compassionate citizens prepared to make a positive impact on the world. In keeping with our current and historic mission, Collegiate provides our students with a challenging and supportive academic environment, along with robust opportunities in the arts and athletics.

Wichita Collegiate School is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest (ISAS), is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), and is a member of Independent School Management (ISM).