Business Office Associate

Job Details

Job Location

Saint Andrew's School - Boca Raton, FL

Description

About Saint Andrew's School:

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning.

Saint Andrew's School employees are committed to the mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition.

Position Summary:

The Business Associate is a full-time front desk position that will greet, assist, and provide direction and information to visitors and provide accounting assistance to the Controller and administrative support to the Business Office. The Business Associate is responsible for managing the front desk reception area and creating a welcoming environment for school guests and visitors in alignment with the school's mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Greet, direct, and announce Business Office visitors

Maintain supplies and general order in the Business Office lobby, kitchen area and offices

Answer and direct Business Office phone calls

Provide assistance to Business Office and Human Resources staff, as needed

Accept various types of payments from students, staff, and parents, including credit card payments

Maintain and reconcile petty cash receipts/disbursements

Maintain archive database and process archived data in accordance with policies

Prepare a check log/check deposit

Prepare journal entries in accounting software program as directed by the Controller

Assist with various reconciliations

Serve as a backup for accounts payable process

Other duties as assigned by the Business Office management

Qualifications

Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in a financial or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required

1 - 2 years of previous experience in bookkeeping and administrative duties

High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality

Excellent data entry skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, and complete G-Suite products

Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge preferred

Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills

Demonstrate a sense of urgency, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines

Ability to work independently or as a team member

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment

Possesses problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission of the school

Commitment to a growth mindset and continuous professional development

Physical Demands: Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and for the majority of the work day. May be required to lift up to 30lbs.

Saint Andrew's School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability or handicap, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirement of all federal, state, and local laws.

Saint Andrew's is a drug-free workplace. All employees must successfully maintain an acceptable Level II criminal background check. Saint Andrew's School may, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the school's changing needs.