Job Description: Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc.(ACACS) Hybrid, Golden, CO

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Finance Department Controller

Work Hours/Days: Part-time, 20 hours per week

Hourly Range: $20-$26 per hour

Position Summary:

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Part-Time Finance Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will perform financial duties to fill gaps in the organization's finance processes. This role is crucial in supporting the financial integrity and operational excellence of our charter schools.

Essential Function

• Finance Process Gap Filling:

• As directed by the Controller, perform necessary financial tasks that are normally completed by a Purchasing Finance Specialist and/or an Inventory Finance Specialist for the schools within ACACS. Tasks
  include but are not limited to:
  
  • Creating purchase orders; placing such orders with vendors
  • Collecting financial backup documents and performing electronic filing
  • Learning/using Colorado Chart of Accounts codes, and school-
  specific codes and naming conventions
  
  • Recording revenue transactions in the accounting system
  • Receiving orders in the accounting system, in the inventory
  system, and physically in a school/office site.

• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work closely with school administrators, faculty, and staff to understand purchasing needs and financial requirements.
  • Foster effective communication and collaboration across departments to ensure alignment with financial goals and objectives.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Stay informed about industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes in purchasing and finance.
  • Proactively seek opportunities for professional development and apply new knowledge to enhance the organization's financial operations.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in finance, accounting, or purchasing, preferably within an educational or nonprofit environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in financial software and tools, with knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and/or Google Sheets
• Detail- and Process-oriented and highly organized, with a commitment to accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a part-time capacity.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills.
• Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc.
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government.
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Willingness to perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.
• Ability to stand, sit, and regularly use hands and fingers to operate a computer for long period of time.
• May require occasional lifting and moving of heavy items.

The Board of Directors at ACACS has contracted with Minga Education Group Services (MEGS) to provide employment services for all staff that work at locations within ACACS, including Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc. (ACACS). Through this partnership, MEGS provides ACACS with employment services, a personnel system for human resources, benefits, payroll services as well as access to a 401(k) plan. For naming purposes, Minga Education Group Services is the employer.