Introduction As a pioneer in the Charter school movement, CSUSA is one of the fastest-growing education management organizations in the United States, providing a wide variety of educational choices to over 82,000 students in more than 150 schools across Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Louisiana. Charter Schools USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Overview Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest-performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts. Job Purpose To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As a Staff Accountant, you will be reporting to the Corporate Accounting Supervisor. The Corporate Staff Accountant is responsible for compiling financial information and performing accounting functions for Charter Schools USA and/or subsidiaries within established deadlines. Responsibilities Performs bank reconciliations. Prepares and posts journal entries. Approve vendor bills in accordance with provided budgets. Performs Balance Sheet account reconciliations. Evaluate Income Statement monthly for accuracy and correct any financial discrepancies. Create and update Excel worksheets as part of the ledger reconciliations, using advanced Excel features. Review and reconcile AP/AR Variances between various entities. Regular evaluation of Receivables and estimated payment status, leading monthly meetings with team members to collaborate on cash planning&collection. Assist Controller in cash forecasting and projections for corporate entities. Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers for all company transactions, ensuring all financial data is entered correctly into the company's accounting system in a timely manner. Interact with various departments to obtain needed information for timely month-end close. Ad hoc projects or reporting as needed. Requirements Related experience in various industries. Ensure that all financial records and transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP, adhering to principles like the accrual basis of accounting, matching principle, and the principle of conservatism. Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the job and the mission of the company; supports company's goals and strategic priorities. Works and interacts with staff and related individuals at all levels of the organization, being sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image. Demonstrates ability to organize, prioritize and manage multiple priorities. Establishes a set of operating principles and routines, driving projects to completion while insisting on the highest level of quality. Ability to consistently be at work, arrive on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction and solicit feedback to improve performance. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness; strives to research, evaluate and implement best practices. Establishes excellent interpersonal skills with all constituents, being courteous, professional, and helpful. Demonstrates excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, including active listening and negotiation abilities. Good knowledge of company and departmental policies and procedures. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or related field. 2-5 years' related experience. Computer Basics MS Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Skilled in Excel at the intermediate/advanced level. Experience with intracompany transactions a plus. Oracle (NetSuite) preferred. Commitment to company values. Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable. May perform other duties assigned. Work Environment While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter: Usual office working conditions. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. No physical exertion required. Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects. FLSA Overtime Category Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. J-18808-Ljbffr