Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance; CPA required.
8+ years of accounting experience, with a proven leadership track record.
Strong expertise in financial reporting and GAAP compliance.
Experience with ERP systems, particularly PeopleSoft, preferred.
Proven ability to drive process improvements in complex settings.
Exceptional accuracy and capability to thrive in fast-paced environments.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on collaboration and advising.
Demonstrated integrity and a role model mindset for students.
Willingness to engage with MHS students actively.
Responsibilities
Lead month-end, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Ensure financial accuracy, compliance with GAAP, and successful audits.
Oversee general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and management of fixed assets.
Manage Form 990 and NAIS reporting as well as audit deliverables.
Act as subject matter expert for PeopleSoft Financials and General Ledger.
Collaborate with HR and Finance on system integration and reporting.
Oversee cash management activities and banking relations.
Provide leadership within accounting and shared services frameworks.
Benefits
Exceptional benefits package including health, retirement, and professional development opportunities.
Opportunity to lead and modernize financial operations in a mission-driven environment.
Engagement with students, enhancing the educational culture.
Collaborative and values-driven workplace.
Role in supporting the financial accuracy critical for the school's perpetuity.
Full Job Description
MHS is seeking an Accounting Manager to oversee month-end, quarterly and annual close processes as well as annual audit support, tax form preparation, and enterprise financial systems. This role plays a critical role part in ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and strong decision support across the organization which is essential to the perpetuity of the school. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead and modernize financial operations while working in a uniquely resourced mission-driven organization with meaningful impact and a collaborative, values-based culture. It is an on-site position with salary between $81,000 - $108,000, depending on years of experience, plus an exceptional benefits package.
Responsibilities include:
Lead month-end, quarterly, and annual close processes
Own financial accuracy, audits, and GAAP compliance
Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and fixed assets
Manage Form 990, NAIS reporting, and audit deliverables
Serve as SME for PeopleSoft (Financials & GL)
Partner across HR/Finance on system integration and reporting
Oversee cash management & banking activities
Provide leadership across accounting and shared services
Qualifications
Bachelors in accounting/finance, CPA required.
8+ years of accounting experience with leadership scope.
Strong expertise in financial reporting, audits, and GAAP.
ERP experience required (PeopleSoft preferred).
Ability to drive process improvements in a complex environment.
Extraordinary accuracy with an ability to successfully navigate a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, including skills in advising and collaborating.
Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are role models for students.
Must be eager to actively engage with MHS students.
