Employment

The Finance Manager is responsible for performing the accounting, financial and operational analysis for the corporation and site campuses as well as managing payroll for the Academy. This role will require the ability to work in a team environment in coordination with the Director of Finance and Operations, Academy Director, Principals and Staff.

Please send cover letter and resume to Tina Higgins, Director of Finance, to thiggins@sjp2ca.org

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Director of Finance the Manager of Accounting and Payroll responsibilities are:

• Manage the Academy Business Office consisting of 3 Business Office Staff
• Oversee the daily accounting and operational workflows, systems and controls
• Oversee banking and treasury activities, cash flow and forecasting
• Prepare monthly reconciliations and analyses of all accounts, supporting work papers and monthly financial reports as part of the month end close process
• Process checks and maintain supporting documentation
• Manage the annual financial aid process
• Assist the Director of Finance with the annual audit process, including preparation of audit work papers, account analysis, reconciliations and all supporting documentation. Interface with external auditors, as needed
• Assist the Director of Finance and Operations with the preparation of all financial reporting activities; including analysis and reconciliation of all revenue, expense and balance sheet accounts, budget/variance analysis and preparation of interim and annual financial statements
• Ensure payrolls are processed timely and accurately
• Process new hires, changes, termination, garnishment, deductions, etc.
• Complete adjustments as needed to ensure tax compliance
• Maintain the highest degree of accuracy and timeliness of benefit services for employees
• Interact in positive and professional manner with Academy staff and visitors
• Support the Director of Finance with other financial duties as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance
• Demonstrated experience maintaining accounting/financial reporting operations, systems control and procedures
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Pro and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work in a team environment with all levels of management and staff;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to support the mission of the Catholic Church and Saint John Paul II Catholic Academy
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the values of the Roman Catholic Church

PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE ELEMENTS:

• Ability to use a computer keyboard for up to 8 hours/day.
• Ability to sit for up to 8 hours/day.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Office Manager assists with general Academy management and
administration. This role will require the ability to work in a team environment in coordination with the Academy Director, Director of Finance and Operations, Director of Advancement, Principals and Staff.

Please send cover letter and resume to Tina Higgins, Director of Finance, to thiggins@sjp2ca.org

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Academy Director the Office Manager responsibilities are:

• Perform administrative support to the Regional Office including answering phones, greeting visitors, ordering supplies, preparing purchase orders and secretarial services as needed
• Calendar management – tracking and reporting employee leave and working with the Director of Finance to identify when allowable leave has been exceeded
• Manage schedule for the Academy including Regional Office meetings, staff meetings and the Academy calendar.
• Track and report on enrollment throughout the school year and the annual re-enrollment process
• Coordinate all benefit plans through the Archdiocese of Boston
• Primary contact for staff HR and benefit questions.
• Assist in development of staff contracts
• Coordinate and track all new hire paperwork
• Primary contact for all Academy facility needs, facilitate with vendors and monitor to completion of the project
• Primary contact for all Academy IT needs, facilitate with vendors and monitor through resolution of issue.
• Support Advancement efforts – alumni records, secretarial services and special event supports
• Maintain school student information system around staff demographics and data.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4-6 years previous administrative work experience
• Speak fluent Spanish
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree
• Demonstrates strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills – works effectively with others, at all levels and within the Academy
• Excellent computer skills – proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrates a high level of productivity, energy and enthusiasm for the Academy
• Willingness to support the mission of the Catholic Church and Saint John Paul II Catholic Academy
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the values of the Roman Catholic Church

PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE ELEMENTS:

• Ability to use a computer keyboard for up to 8 hours/day.
• Ability to sit for up to 8 hours/day.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Long-term substitute Grade 5 teacher. Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree and prior classroom experience preferred. Massachusetts state certification required.

All campuses are seeking substitute teachers. Please contact Campus Principals for more information.

Volunteer opportunities are always available at the Academy, both at each campus and the Regional Office. Service hours at the Academy are also available for high school students.