SPIRE Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Location: Spire Academy

Reports To: Controller

Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our Finance/Accounting department. This role is essential for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely payments, and supporting the month-end close process. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, independent worker with strong technical skills and a solid understanding of fundamental accounting practices.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

• Manage the Accounts Receivable process, including communication with families surround tuition collection.


• Process invoices and prepare payments (ACH/physical checks), performing accurate data entry into the ERP system.


• Manage Ramp spend process, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.


• Verify and process travel expense reports.


• Handle daily bank deposits and process credit card requests into the bank.


• Perform cash application for received deposits and create customer invoices as needed.


• Ensure the subledger and general ledger are continuously reconciled and in balance.


• Provide training to staff on third-party payables, credit card systems, and payroll processes.

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Responsible for all sport club accounting.


• Maintain Ramp spend programs, user access and user hierarchies. Ensure departmental compliance to budget.


• Download and organize all banking and merchant statements.


• Prepare and post various journal entries based on operational activities.

Team Support

• Perform other duties as assigned or required to support the Finance/Accounting department.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Accounting required; Bachelor's degree preferred.


• 2-4 years of accounting experience.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel proficiency is required (must be skilled in pivot tables, basic formulas, etc.).


• Familiarity with importing/exporting CSV files for data transfer.


• Proficiency in accounting and payroll software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks, ADP, SAP, Sage).


• Experience with Ramp Platform is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.


• Ability to adapt to changing regulations and business needs.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.


• Health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Free gym membership.


• Free lunch in Fuel.


• Paid time off and holidays.


• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

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