Financial Operations and Reporting Specialist

Job Description

St. John XXIII College Preparatory, an independent, co-educational, Catholic high school located in the greater Houston suburb of Katy, Texas is accepting applications for a Financial Operations and Reporting Specialist's position in its Business Office, beginning October 1, 2026. This position is part-time, approximately 20-hours per week.
Working at St. John XXIII College Preparatory requires living a prayerful, Christ-centered life as an example to the community, and a commitment to the Roman Catholic mission of the school.
Overview:
Responsible for budgeting, financial reporting, month/year-end closing, audit coordination, accounts receivable, internal controls, and maintaining accurate GAAP-compliant records, ensuring strong financial stewardship and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage the annual budget with Principal and Finance Committee.
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Perform month-end/year-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, GAAP reporting.
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Prepare monthly financial statements and analysis.
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Attend and present at monthly Finance Committee meetings.
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Coordinate the annual audit and serve as auditor liaison.
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Oversee banking, deposits, cash controls, and cash requirements reporting.
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Process weekly checks/ACH and quarterly sales tax.
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Maintain internal controls, reporting procedures, and accounting records.
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Track capital project spending and fixed assets (including depreciation).
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Complete monthly credit card reconciliations.
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Manage accounts receivable; support student billing.
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Provide financial data for grant applications and reporting.
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Recommend policy/procedure improvements.
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Maintain confidentiality of financial and donor information.
Skills and Abilities:
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Strong accounting/GAAP knowledge; nonprofit experience a plus.
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Excellent organization, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
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Effective written/verbal communication.
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Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook; QuickBooks preferred.
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Professionalism, accuracy, confidentiality, and strong customer service.
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance.
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At least five years' professional experience.
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Two or more years of full cycle accounting experience required.
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MBA or CPA (or progress toward CPA) preferred.
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Private education or non-profit organization experience preferred.
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Strong computer literacy and ability to navigate online systems.
Physical Requirements:
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Ability to lift 20 pounds, using proper lifting techniques.
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Ability to sit, stand, and/or move around the campus as needed.
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Ability to use a keyboard (or an alternative input device) and other office equipment.
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Ability to read information, both in print and on a digital screen, for extended periods of time.
General Information:
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This position is classified as - Regular Part-time.
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SJ23 complies with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and considers reasonable accommodations that may be necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.
To Apply:
Send resume and cover letter to HR@sj23.org with "Accounting Manager" in the subject line

About the Employer

St. John XXIII College Preparatory is a Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school. St. John XXIII shares the mission of the Catholic Church to hand down the teachings of Jesus Christ. St. John XXIII is a community whose vocation is to educate and form the mind, body, spirit, and imagination of our students.

Members of the St. John XXIII community are encouraged to develop the gifts given them by the Holy Spirit to the best of their ability. Students are taught to always seek the truth and develop a love for wisdom. By word and example, students learn to imitate the merciful love of Jesus Christ in a life of service to others. A St. John XXIII graduate will be prepared to answer God's call.