ACCOUNTANT - OPEN IMMEDIATELY - ANTICIPATED START: NOVEMBER 2026
POSITION SUMMARY
The accountant is a vital, full-time, year-round, on-site role reporting to the Controller. They handle the school's general accounting tasks and oversee internal controls.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Knowledge of accounting standards, audit protocols, and internal control procedures, along with all applicable federal and state statutes.
- Manage student billing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
- Process tuition enrollment contracts, cash receipts, and deposits.
- Assist with financial aid applications.
- Prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and support monthly closings.
- Manage financial transactions and data, and perform analytical work with a high level of accuracy while meeting time-sensitive deadlines despite interruptions.
- Operate as a reliable, organized professional who can prioritize many tasks simultaneously and demonstrate attention to detail.
- Adhere to confidentiality standards at all times.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of five years' accounting experience, preferably within a school setting and/or non-profit organization; school experience is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline preferred.
- Experience with general ledger applications, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact frequently with the Controller, Vice President for Finance, President, other school administrators, Business Office Team members, faculty, and staff.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and Blackbaud Tuition Management accounting (or similar financial and billing program applications).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Willingness to learn financial accounting software and other programs as assigned.
SALARY RANGE
- $35 - $45 per hour
- 12 months, full-time, non-exempt position
BENEFITS
• Health Insurance • Dental insurance • Vision Insurance • 403(b) • 403(b) matching • Paid Vacation • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Life insurance • Professional development assistance •
Skills Required
- Minimum of five years of accounting experience
- Experience with general ledger applications, including accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Proficiency in Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT and Blackbaud Tuition Management, or similar financial and billing applications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related discipline
- Accounting experience in a school setting and/or nonprofit organization
- Strong communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Willingness to learn financial accounting software and other assigned programs
What We Do
De La Salle High School of Concord is a private Lasallian Catholic all-boys high school located in Concord, California. Dedicated to transforming young men into leaders, the institution provides a liberal arts education focused on academic excellence, faith formation, inclusion, and social justice. It aims to empower students with the spiritual, academic, and social skills necessary to thrive in college and beyond.
