About Leaders In Our Neighborhood Charter School:

Leaders In Our Neighborhood (LION) Charter School’s mission is to develop the character of each student. We unite students, families, and staff in helping each individual achieve their best academically, and in sports, the arts, and service to the community. We believe that passion for learning, self-discovery, leadership, and social conscience are the foundation for success in college and fulfillment in life.

We believe that all children, regardless of their neighborhood, race, or income, are gifted with special talents to offer the world, and that school is a place for students to develop the skills and mindsets needed to become their best selves. Furthermore, we assert that human beings are more complex than annual data points, and that the fulfillment of a person’s life correlates not simply to test scores, but even more so to their relationships with others and the content of their character. With our family partnership and character approach model, we focus on helping students develop their character and the skills they need for life through rigorous academics, self-discovery, and family involvement.

Summary

LION Charter School is seeking a motivated and experienced Finance Associate to join our finance team. This role involves playing a pivotal part in managing our financial operations, ensuring compliance with various regulations, and contributing to the efficient functioning of our financial systems.

Key Responsibilities

Experience in handling a wide range of responsibilities and the capacity to work independently are essential.  Demonstrated expertise in the following areas is required:

• Manage all aspects of accounts payable, including processing invoices, credit card charges, and ensuring accuracy in data entry and coding.
• Support the maintenance of vendor relationships, including procurement processes, contract management, and compliance with W-9 and other federal and state regulations.
• Reconcile monthly bank and credit card statements, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with financial policies.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of bookkeeping and financial management systems and procedures.
• Assist in preparing and distributing 1099 forms and other financial documents.
• Respond to accounts payable inquiries and maintain organized financial records.
• Work collaboratively with accounting consultants and the Business Operations Leader to enhance financial operations and compliance.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in finance or accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in accounting platforms/software such as QuickBooks, Teampay and FundEZ.
• Strong command of Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication skills with a strong focus on clarity and conciseness.
• High emotional intelligence, with the ability to connect and interact with others effectively.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage time efficiently, and pay strong attention to detail.
• Capacity to develop and maintain trust-based relationships.

Join Us: At LION Charter School, we value the contribution of each team member in our mission to develop the best in our students. If you are passionate about making a difference in education and have the skills and experience, we seek, we encourage you to apply to be part of our dynamic team.