School Accountant

School Accountant Madison Country Day School•4.0 Waunakee, WI Job Details Full-time 22 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degree Accounting and finance experience Full Job Description

JOB TITLE

| Accountant Madison Country Day School, an independent PreK-12 International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, is seeking a detail-oriented full-time School Accountant to serve as the engine of our Business Office. This role is perfect for an accounting professional who loves the "how" of finance: managing the day-to-day lifecycle of school funds, ensuring our records are audit-ready, and providing clear financial support to our families and staff. You will work closely with the Director of Finance to ensure the fiscal health of our school. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you will be a key partner in maintaining the school's fiscal health.

Approximate start date:

July 1, 2026.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Operations:

Maintain the general ledger, perform monthly bank reconciliations, and manage the month-end closing process.

Tuition & Billing:

Lead the student billing process, including processing enrollment deposits, managing payment plans, and reconciling financial aid awards. AP /

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Oversee vendor payments and employee expense reimbursements with a high degree of accuracy.

Audit & Tax:

Prepare work papers and schedules for the annual financial and retirement audits, prepare 1095-C forms, and assist in the preparation of the Form 990.

Payroll:

Responsible for accurate semi-monthly payroll processing and benefit allocations. Partner with HR Liaison and Director of Finance.

Philanthropy Tracking:

Record and track donations, including restricted donations, to ensure they are used according to donor intent. Other Items as

Needed:

Serve as Business Office Liaison in other areas and functions, as assigned by the Director of Finance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

2-5 years of professional accounting experience. Experience in fund accounting (in a school or non-profit) is a major plus.

Education:

A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.

Technical Skills :

Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Blackbaud, QuickBooks) and intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Communication:

Good interpersonal skills; ability to discuss sensitive financial matters (like tuition and aid) with parents and staff with empathy and professionalism. THE "

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ADVANTAGE

Integration with

School Life:

Our calendar follows the academic year, offering a more predictable rhythm than public accounting. You aren't just a back-office employee, but are part of the greater MCDS community.

Community Impact:

See the direct result of your work in the lives of our students every day.

BENEFITS

Tuition discount of 50%; Retirement Plan (403b, 5% contribution after one year of employment); Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision); Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, AD&D); Paid Time-Off (Vacation, PTO, Holidays) Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

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ABOUT MCDS

Our Mission:

To inspire each student to discover their extraordinary capacity to learn and thrive in an evolving world by cultivating a challenging environment and a supportive community. Madison Country Day School is Dane County's only independent PreK-12 International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, offering a challenging and comprehensive college‑preparatory education, including the Madison, Wisconsin area's only International Baccalaureate program. In an environment where each community member is truly known, MCDS students develop a deep knowledge base and life-long critical and creative thinking skills. At MCDS, we seek energetic, flexible, and open-minded colleagues who are motivated by new opportunities and challenges. We are seeking colleagues who are passionate about and committed to the mission and vision of Madison County Day School and are able to demonstrate the values and traits of the International Baccalaureate Programmes and Learner Profile. Madison Country Day School's vision is for all members of the school community to feel valued and supported, as well as inspired to embrace the diversity of each person. MCDS respects, affirms, and protects the dignity and worth of each member of its community. We seek to establish a culture wherein every member feels safe, valued, and encouraged to participate in every aspect of the community. MCDS embraces and celebrates diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, or sexual identity in its hiring.