Full Charge Bookkeeper

About Cristo Rey NetworkThe Cristo Rey Network of 41 high schools delivers a career focused, college preparatory education in the Catholic tradition for students with limited economic resources, uniquely integrating rigorous academic curricula with four years of professional work experience and support to and through college. Cristo Rey partners with educators, businesses and communities to enable students to fulfill their aspirations for a lifetime of success: students are two times more likely to complete a bachelor's degree by age 24, compared to the total U.S. low-income population.Who We AreCristo Rey Orlando High School is located in Orlando, FL, and is part of the national Cristo Rey Network. The school opened its doors to its inaugural freshmen class in the fall of 2025. Like all Cristo Rey schools, it is a Catholic, college preparatory high school for students of all faiths from families of limited financial means. The school is co-educational and serves students of diverse backgrounds. We help our students grow intellectually, academically, emotionally, spiritually, socially, and morally. Our aspiration is that all our students graduate from high school and college and become the future leaders in our churches, institutions, businesses, nonprofits, and the community at large.Cristo Rey Orlando will prepare students to excel in college, in career, and in character. Our college-prep curriculum, Corporate Work Study Program (CWSP), and faith-based education combine to give students a unique experience and an affordable option for high-quality education.Who You AreYou are a finisher. Your task list moves, deadlines don't slip past you, and loose ends bother you until they're closed. You don't need someone to manage your momentum because the work itself motivates you, and in a place like this, the work matters. You take initiative, ask the right questions, and when you spot a gap, you close it. You're the kind of person who builds things right the first time, because you know someone will be working inside that structure for years. You have a strong foundational knowledge of accounting and use that knowledge to maintain accuracy, support a clean close, and build toward best practices. You are motivated by purpose, and you're excited to bring your reliability and follow-through to a founding school where the finance function you help build will serve students for generations. You'll find that the people here are genuinely good, and they work hard because they believe in what they're building together.This RoleResponsibilitiesWe are looking for a Full Charge Bookkeeper to join a small, close-knit team that takes its work seriously and genuinely enjoys working together. This is a hands-on role anchored in accounts payable, month-end close, and general ledger management. A solid framework is already in place, and we need someone who can own it, run it with consistency, and make it better over time. If you are the kind of person who finds satisfaction in a clean close and a reconciled balance sheet, you will feel at home here. Responsibilities include:Accounts Payable and Expense Management (30%)Post vendor invoices and expense reimbursements accurately and on scheduleSupport expense reporting and reimbursement workflowsMaintain organized vendor records and support payment runsMonth-End Close (30%)Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing schedules and reconciling accountsDraft preliminary financial reports and support variance and budget-to-actual analysesReconcile bank accountsBalance Sheet and General Ledger (22%)Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations with accuracy and consistencyPost journal entries and ensure general ledger accounts are properly supported and documentedMaintain the fixed asset register and depreciation schedulesAccounts Receivable (8%)Generate and distribute invoices, track incoming payments, and maintain accurate AR recordsMonitor aging reports and follow up on overdue balances professionally and on scheduleReconcile the AR subledger to the general ledger regularlyAudit and Compliance (5%)Compile documentation and schedules for audits and respond to auditor inquiriesMaintain organized, audit-ready records at all timesReporting and Special Projects (5%)Prepare cash flow forecasts and ad hoc financial analyses as neededSupport budgeting and forecasting processes and identify process improvements as the school's financial operations continue to growPerforms other duties and special projects as assigned by the Vice President of Finance & Operations.Required QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions. The requirements below represent knowledge, skills, and/or ability:2 to 4 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience with demonstrated work in AP, general ledger, and month-end closeExperience preparing and maintaining balance sheet reconciliationsAdvanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data reconciliationProficiency in QuickBooks OnlineSolid understanding of GAAP and basic accounting principlesStrong attention to detail and a task-oriented work style, with the ability to follow through and flag issues proactivelyAbility to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines consistentlyClear and professional communication skills, including for collections-related follow-upPreferred Experience And SkillsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldExperience in education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organization accountingExperience supporting accounting process improvementsFamiliarity with Ramp or similar expense management platformsSpanish language proficiency, spoken and writtenHow To ApplyIf you have the requested background and a passion for the mission, we invite you to apply. Applications will be accepted until the successful candidate is found. This position will ideally start in June 2026.Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Comprehensive benefits are included in the overall compensation package. Salary range is $48,000 - $55,000 annually. Applicants should be prepared to provide references upon request.To ensure full consideration, applicants should apply with the link provided at: https://cristoreyorlandohs.bamboohr.com/careersThis description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.Cristo Rey Orlando High School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, uniform service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law in the administration of any of its educational programs and activities or with respect to employment, unless a particular status protected by federal, state, or local laws contradict the deeply held religious convictions of the School or the Church. Please note: Sponsorship for employment authorization is not available for this role.This employer participates in E-Verify.