St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational Independent Catholic school serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade on two adjacent campuses in Austin, Texas. The Lower School is comprised of PreK 3-4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5-8, and the Upper School contains grades 9-12. St. Michael’s Catholic Preparatory School is a Christ-centered, college preparatory learning community, inspiring lives of service, courage, personal integrity, and intellectual curiosity. We are distinguished by our Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs and a variety of extracurricular activities. Additionally, we are a technology rich school. Thus teachers are expected to demonstrate meaningful skill with technology and an enthusiasm for technological growth in order to create authentic learning experiences for their students. Teachers at St. Michael’s Prep further serve as role models that inspire students to critically think, reflect, explore and apply their faith concretely to their lives. We are one community, on two campuses, with three divisions, united in our commitment to put students first as we educate them in mind, body, and spirit.
Job Summary:
The Staff Accountant is a member of the School’s business office team and supports the general staff accounting needs of the School, including but not limited to journal entry preparation, monthly general ledger reconciliations and other special projects as needed. This position is a seasonal contract position from December 2024-February 2025 and reports directly to the Controller.
Essential Job Functions:
General
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Communicates effectively within the school community
Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Accounts Receivable and Billing
Record daily cash and online deposits, including but not limited to after-school programs, facility rentals and other transactions
Communicate with parents on incidental billing issues, payment issues and other questions with sensitivity, understanding and customer service orientation
Support the monthly student billing of incidental charges
General Ledger
Perform general ledger account reconciliations as needed, working toward successful resolution of reconciling items.
Perform miscellaneous journal entries and other general accounting duties as assigned
Review weekly bank activity and prepare journal entries for review
Review daily gift receipts and pledges prior to posting in the General Ledger
Liaise with the Advancement Office to process and reconcile gift transactions
Assist with the month-end close process, including journal entries and account reconciliations
Assist users with monthly expense reports to ensure correct coding of all expense items
Important Job Functions:
Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support planning
Provides assistance to the Controller, Asst. Controller and Director of Finance where needed
Maintains appropriate filing system (paper and digital) including archiving requirements for cash receipts and accounts receivable
Minimum Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Experience as a bookkeeper or associate’s degree in accounting or related field
Experience working in a school environment preferred
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Able to work well with others in the school community
Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
Skill in job appropriate technology
Skill in critical thinking and planning
Working Conditions:
Required to work in standard office and school conditions
Mental/Physical Demands:
Required to lift or carry supplies, books, furniture, and equipment
Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger
Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
Application Requirements:
Please complete an online application for employment and upload a resume and cover letter. Please send any questions to aslutz@smcprep.org
St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is accredited through the Independent School Association of the Southwest (ISAS) and the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department (TCCED)
St. Michael's Prep stands apart as a profoundly unique school and community. On our website, you will learn more about the ways St. Michael's Prep customizes the educational experience to match the skills and personality of each student, how we ask every constituency in our community to stretch themselves to their limit and then to go a little further, and how Christ lies at the center of all we do. In the happy faces of our students, you will see the results of high expectations and the joy that safety, affection, and a love of learning can bring.
Less obvious are the crucial relationships that make our school possible. The rich partnership between faculty and parents not only produces better academic outcomes, but also models for our students the benefits of patience, generosity, and a shared commitment to excellence. We know learning is not a static transferal of ideas, but a dynamic process in which the teacher and student are collaborators and fellow travelers. Equally important is the s...pecial way our students care for one another. They are student leaders and have pride in their school and in each other. Every day I am surprised and inspired by these wonderful students. They are amazing!
I invite you to come see for yourself. Come walk our halls and spend time on our campus. Our buildings and grounds manifest our mission: welcoming, inclusive, and vibrant. You will see our students learning about themselves and the world around them through a potent mixture of technology, expertise, and creativity. Our campus is constantly humming with activity; you are always welcome!
A St. Michael's Prep graduate is an accomplished scholar, a confident leader, and a compassionate friend. Yet there is more. Our graduates are grounded in faith and open to the call of God in their lives. They will make this world a better place.
On behalf of the faculty, staff, families, and students, welcome to St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School!
Colleen Lynch
Head of School