About United Christian Academy
United Christian Academy exists to provide transformational Christ-centered education by Cultivating the Mind, Engaging the Heart, and Equipping students for Action, all to the glory of God. Serving more than 400 students in the south metro of the Twin Cities, UCA is committed to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and preparing students to impact the world for Christ.
Position Summary
United Christian Academy is seeking a detail-oriented, mission-driven Accounting Manager to execute the school's accounting operations including some Human Resources functions. This position plays an important role in ensuring the financial integrity and operational effectiveness of the school through accurate accounting, sound financial management, and exceptional service to our school community.
Working closely with the Head of School and leadership team, the Accounting Manager is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, overseeing the school’s banking activities, and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulations. This position will also be responsible for Human Resources administration, including preparing and submitting payroll, employee onboarding and offboarding, benefits coordination, personnel records, and employment compliance.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable, service-oriented, and enjoys working with people. They recognize that every interaction with families, employees, and vendors is an opportunity to reflect the mission and values of United Christian Academy.
Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting & Financial Management
- Carry out all day-to-day accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate and timely financial records using QuickBooks.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
- Assist in developing and monitoring the annual operating budget.
- Manage cash flow and maintain positive working relationships with the school's banking partners and other financial institutions.
- Assist with the annual audit and maintain supporting financial documentation.
- Ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and compliant with applicable accounting standards and regulations.
- Maintain effective internal controls and continually improve accounting processes and procedures.
- Ensure timely completion of all required financial reporting.
Human Resources
- Prepare and submit payroll through a payroll provider.
- Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding, including employment documentation and personnel records.
- Administer employee benefits and facilitate open enrollment.
- Support school leadership with personnel documentation and HR processes.
- Help cultivate a healthy, Christ-centered staff culture through responsive, professional, and confidential service.
- Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations.
Customer Service & Administrative Support
- Serve families, staff, and vendors with professionalism, warmth, and a customer service mindset.
- Respond promptly and courteously to financial and administrative questions.
- Problem solve with families to assist in creating payment plans that will benefit families in the payment of their tuition.
- Build positive relationships while maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism.
- Support the daily administrative operations of the school through dependable, detail-oriented service.
Leadership
- Collaborate with the Head of School and leadership team on financial and operational matters.
- Provide timely financial information to support sound decision-making.
- Promote a culture of integrity, stewardship, collaboration, and excellence.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Three to five years of accounting, bookkeeping, or financial management experience.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks.
- Experience with payroll, budgeting, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality while exercising sound judgment and discretion.
- A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and agreement with the mission, philosophy, and Statement of Faith of United Christian Academy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in nonprofit, Christian school, or ministry accounting.
- Experience with Human Resources administration, employee benefits, and personnel records.
- Familiarity with school information systems (FACTS) and HR software (iSolved).
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate is an organized, dependable professional who enjoys bringing order, accuracy, and excellence to financial and administrative operations. They possess strong accounting skills, value exceptional customer service, and are energized by supporting students, families, and staff with professionalism and care. They are a servant leader who understands that faithful stewardship, attention to detail, and positive relationships all contribute to advancing the mission of Christian education.
If you are passionate about Christian education and desire to use your accounting and administrative gifts to support a thriving Christ-centered school, we invite you to apply.
Compensation & Benefits
United Christian Academy offers a competitive compensation package that includes:
- Salary Range: $55,000-$70,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
- 100% employer-paid health insurance for the employee
- 50% employer-paid dental insurance
- Employer-paid Kavira Health supplemental healthcare membership
- Employer-paid $50,000 term life insurance policy
- HSA and HRA options
- Significant tuition discounts for employees' children, with discounts increasing based on years of service
- Optional benefits including AFLAC, short-term disability, and supplemental insurance plans
- Paid holidays and school breaks
- The opportunity to serve alongside a dedicated team committed to Christ-centered education
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
