Finance Manager/Senior Accountant

The Catholic International University is seeking a Finance Manager/Senior Accountant to help run day-to-day accounting operations and support executive-level financial oversight. Based in Charles Town, WV with hybrid remote work, this role performs and supervises accounting practices while assisting the CFO with analysis, reporting, and compliance activities.

This position is responsible for accurate month-end close, ongoing financial reporting, and supervision of daily bookkeeping workflows, with additional support across payroll, audit readiness, budgeting, and tax-related filings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end closing process, including reconciliation of bank and credit card activity, and review of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and donor accounts.
• Generate revenue recognition reports and prepare the related journal entries.
• Post depreciation, amortization, accruals, and prepaid expenses as part of the close.
• Produce monthly financial statements and cash flow projections.
• Supervise and support the bookkeeper’s daily and monthly tasks, including daily entries for student accounts transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and donations and pledges.
• Perform daily reconciliations of bank and credit card accounts.
• Review accounts payable in coordination with cash flow management.
• Prepare and post semi-monthly payroll journal entries.
• Submit and track faculty payments for payroll processing or AP payments.
• Review and verify account and budget classifications regularly to support accurate tracking.
• Develop and improve accounting procedures and practices to support compliance with GAAP and applicable regulations.
• Assist with the annual audit and other compliance reporting requirements.
• Participate in the budgeting process and prepare periodic budget reports.
• Prepare annual 1099s for contractors and 1098Ts for eligible students, and prepare or assist with 990 filing and related tax matters.
• Support the Chief Financial Officer and additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (150 credit hours completed as per state requirements for licensure is typical).
• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration is a plus; CPA is a plus.
• Minimum 7 to 10 years of accounting experience; fund accounting experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online or other accounting software.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience using tax preparation software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
• High ethical standards and professionalism, with exceptional attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Technologies

• QuickBooks Online
• Excel

Compensation and Location

• Salary: USD 65,000 to 80,000 per year
• Work model: Hybrid remote (Charles Town, WV 25414)
• Tentative start date: Immediate Opening

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance