Accounting Manager (rev.)

Job Posting Summary:

Ensworth seeks an Accounting Manager who combines strong technical accounting expertise with a forward-thinking innovative mindset. The ideal candidate is highly analytical self-motivated and team-oriented with experience in accounting budgeting audit nonprofit tax and compliance and finance. This role leads the accounting function ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial information while championing automation and AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and reporting.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Abides by Ensworths Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct
• Commits to the ideals expressed in Ensworths Mission Statement Vision Statement and Diversity Equity and Inclusion Statement
• Adheres to the Essential Expectations of an Ensworth Faculty Staff or Administrator
• Performs and oversees monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts including:
  • Cash and investment accounts
  • Accounts receivable and tuition receivable
  • Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
  • Payroll clearing and benefit accounts
  • Endowment and restricted fund balances
• Oversees day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger maintenance journal entries reconciliations and fund accounting across all divisions
• Performs and reviews monthly reconciliations for cash receivables investments interfund balances prepaid expenses deferred revenue and restricted funds
• Leads the month-end quarter-end and year-end close processes; prepares financial statements management dashboards and budget-to-actual reports for leadership and budget managers
• Maintains and enhances internal controls accounting policies and documentation to ensure compliance data integrity and audit readiness
• Supports the CFO and Director of Finance with annual budgeting forecasting and variance analysis process to inform strategic planning and resource allocation
• Collaborates with Advancement Admissions and Auxiliary teams to reconcile and validate revenue across Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT Raisers Edge NXT and Tuition Management
• Leverages Blackbauds AI features including automated bank reconciliations invoice scanning and natural language reporting to optimize accuracy speed and insight
• Develops and deploys AI-driven dashboards and predictive analytics using tools such as Power BI Excel Power Query and Blackbauds emerging AI integrations to enhance reporting and forecasting
• Partners with IT and operations to implement intelligent automation solutions (e.g. workflow bots data extraction tools and anomaly detection) and strengthen system interoperability
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications/Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field is required; Masters degree in Business Administration Accounting or a related field is preferred
• Certified Public Accountant is preferred
• Prior experience in public accounting is preferred
• Specialized knowledge of AI/automation tools to streamline accounting processes and enhance financial insights is required
• Advanced understanding and ability to use computers and technology; prior experience and proficiency using Microsoft Excel ERP systems (e.g. Blackbaud Senior Systems Counterpoint CampBrain etc.) is required; prior experience with HRIS systems (e.g. Paycom ADP ExponentHR etc.) is preferred
• Well-developed interpersonal written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment including students co-workers parents alumnae volunteers and the public
• Adaptability honesty self-reliance teamwork organization skills dependability flexibility willingness to listen and learn work ethic determination persistence problem-solving and analytical skills loyalty and congeniality are essential
• Must successfully complete background screening and verification
• Continued Education Programs (as required by Grade Level and/or position) Periodically participate in different training sessions identified by you the employee and/or Divisional Leadership/Supervisor with the goal of keeping our teachers and staff up to date with current teaching methods practices and any new knowledge in their respective field. Dependent on the program such training may need to take place outside of normal working hours and/or in the summer months.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Regularly works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate; occasionally works outdoors in varying weather conditions and climate
• Regularly uses close vision and works at a computer screen for extended periods of time
• Works at a desk for extended periods of time; regularly moves around campus and between campuses to supervise auxiliary programs in a variety of indoor and outdoor locations
• Ability to occasionally move items weighing up to 30 lbs. across the campuses/office
• Works in a stressful environment effectively dealing with a wide variety of challenges deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts; frequently requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions
• Ability to regularly work flexible hours to meet monthly quarterly and annual deadlines and to support before and after-school or weekend activities
• Ensworth requires employees to be physically present on campus with limited exceptions that are at the sole discretion of the School. Under extraordinary circumstances some or all of the workforce may be required to move to a remote working environment. Additionally certain individuals may also be approved for limited remote work based on the nature of the job description specific circumstances and only with written prior approval by a direct supervisor.

Application Requirements:

Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a cover letter and resume. Contact with any questions.

About Ensworth School:

Ensworth is a kindergarten through twelfth grade coeducational independent school. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious to use their talents to the fullest to be people of integrity and to be contributors to society.

Located on two campuses in Nashville Tennessee Ensworth enrolls approximately 1250 students and serves families in more than 50 zip codes. Ensworth is recognized among the leading independent schools in the nation. The schools challenging academic program is embedded in a culture of support and encouragement and reflects a commitment to the core skills of observation collaboration communication analysis questioning evaluation and most importantly the application of knowledge. Graduates have the adaptability resilience and resourcefulness necessary for success in the 21^st century and are not only prepared to meet the demands of the future but are also imbued with a sense of purpose and service to others.

Ensworth School is an extraordinary place to work and seeks employees who are passionate about learning and motivated by the opportunity to awaken that passion in students.

It is Ensworths policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race color gender religion national origin age disability sexual orientation or any other reason prohibited by law. It is the intent and resolve of Ensworth to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring placement evaluation promotion disciplinary action termination compensation and training. Employment decisions at Ensworth will be based on merit qualifications and abilities.