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Employment Opportunities at NDA - Come Join Our Team

The Academy of Notre Dame, Tyngsboro, a Catholic private school, sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, is based on the educational philosophy of their foundress, St. Julie Billiart.  The Academy offers rigorous co-educational programming from Pre-K through a college-preparatory Upper School. Our mission focuses on educating the whole person for life through a curriculum rooted in spiritual formation and academic excellence.  We nurture a belief in the goodness of God and the dignity of each person. We are committed to community-building, diversity, global justice, and service to those in need.

 

The Academy of Notre Dame is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Bookkeeper

The Academy of Notre Dame is seeking a full-time, in-person Bookkeeper. Reporting to the President, and working with the CFO Consultant, the Bookkeeper will be responsible for basic business functions including payroll, benefits, vendor payment, and other basic bookkeeping functions.This position plays an integral role on the Management team, working to support the fiscal wellbeing and management of the Academy. The successful candidate will be detail oriented, have strong bookkeeping experience, and the ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic, confidential, and fast paced environment.


Job Responsibilities:

  • Prepare payroll
  • Manage accounts payable
  • Create and process new hire paperwork
  • Inform, update and manage employee benefit plans
  • Maintain personnel records
  • Implement student billing transactions, process tuition payments, and ensure accounts are up to date
  • Facilitate the purchase of budget-approved equipment and supplies
  • Maintain all insurance records and rental contracts
  • Track loan payments and banking records
  • Complete quarterly financial reports
  • Communicate with the Principal regarding department purchasing
  • Track fundraising revenue and record all money coming into the school from

events, departments, clubs, etc.

      • Support the annual audit, working with third party vendor
      • Make adjusting entries based on auditors reports
      • Acquire and processes data for financial reports
      • Track and post donations 
      • Monitor past due accounts and update aging report
      • Participate in the annual budget process 
      • Prepare for, schedule and support annual outside audit
      • Conduct banking activities 
      • Work with Board committees as needed
      • Attend school meetings as needed
      • Other duties as assigned


Required Skills and Qualifications


  • Associates or Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting
  • Minimum of five years of experience in bookkeeping, business administration and/or accounting; Experience with independent schools or nonprofit organizations is preferred.
  • Strong technology skills and familiarity with appropriate tools including Microsoft Office and large scale multi-modular databases like Veracross
  • Proficiency with Word, Excel, and Xero accounting software programs, familiarity with FACTS Information Management System and Paylocity preferred
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality with regard to personnel and family records
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and writing skills
  • Effective time management and organizational skills
  • Commitment to the mission of Catholic schools
  • A collaborative spirit and the desire to help move the school forward. 
  • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status; evidence of criminal check (CORI) and fingerprinting is required

Additional responsibilities as outlined in the NDA Faculty & Staff Handbook


Applications should be emailed to [email protected]