Accountant/Bookkeeper

**About KBS** Kempenfelt Bay School (KBS) is a co\-educational, non\-denominational, independent day school, unique in the Simcoe region. We offer a renowned and challenging academic program and are committed to experiential learning. Our highly trained faculty and staff exemplify the school motto, I Can, I Will, and provide the trusted adult mentoring that all young people need. **Position Description** We are seeking a detail\-oriented, enthusiastic Accountant or Bookkeeper to join the Business Office team at KBS. This role is ideal for someone who is confident in independently managing day\-to\-day accounting functions. The Accountant will be responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivables, payroll and general support to the Controller and Head of School. KBS offers a supportive, inclusive, and growth\-oriented workplace with competitive compensation, benefits and a generous vacation package. **Position Responsibilities** *Accounts Payable* * Review and record staff reimbursement requests * Gather payment information from payees and create electronic payments * Manage school credit card transactions, gather receipts, and handle all related inquiries * Obtain monthly statements from recurring vendors and reconcile them against the AP Aging Summary * Ensure all payment requests meet necessary criteria including proper coding, approvals, and correct sales tax application *Accounts Receivable* * Collect all tuition fees (including deposits) * Assist with tracking miscellaneous fees (field trip, pizza, etc) * Set up new families in Quickbooks, and collect/record initial payments, setup payment plan options with scheduled due dates * Generate and send invoices to families, process refunds to them, and apply payments to their accounts *Payroll \& Benefits* * Assist with the semi\-monthly payroll processing cycle * Serve as the point of contact for group health benefits inquiries * Administer the process of adding, updating, and removing staff members from benefit plans **Qualifications and Experience** * Strong accounting skills and knowledge of appropriate internal controls * Minimum 3 years’ experience in an accounting role with accounts receivable, accounts payable, and/or general bookkeeping preferably in a non\-profit organization * Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize a variety of tasks * Working towards CPA designation an asset * Basic knowledge of fundamental accounting standards and principles * Experience with digital document management or workflow automation * Experience with QuickBooks Online * Familiarity with commonly used Google Workspace apps (e.g. Gmail, Google Sheet) We welcome you to indicate your interest in being a candidate for this position by emailing a cover letter, resume and additional information to clane@kempenfeltbayschool.ca with Accountant in the subject line. The salary range for this position is $60,000 \- $75,000 and reflects the required experience and qualifications for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s unique skill set and may vary. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must provide a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) current within six months of date of hire. **Accessibility \& Equal Opportunity at Kempenfelt Bay School** At Kempenfelt Bay School, our mission is to provide an exemplary education that empowers students to embrace their personal potential as productive and responsible global citizens. We are an equal opportunity employer and we accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment within our community. Kempenfelt Bay School is an equal opportunity employer.