General Ledger Analyst II

Kamehameha Schools · Kawaiahao Plaza

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Aloha mai!  Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools.  If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

Kamehameha Schools is seeking a General Ledger Analyst II to support our General Ledger Department. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and deadlines. Strong communication skills and a commitment to advancing the Kamehameha Schools mission are essential. This is a Hybrid position which provides work from home flexibility on an approval basis.

Job Summary

Responsible completion, resolution, and review of various accounting and financial analysis projects to meet reporting requirements of the organization. These projects may include but are not limited to, maintenance of the Endowment land inventory system, preparation of the periodic tax filings (GET, 990), bank reconciliations, and internal/external quality assurance audits.

Essential Responsibilities

• Responsible for the completion, accuracy and effectiveness for a wide variety of accounting and financial analyses and projects, including preparing necessary financial statements, schedules, reconciliations, ledger entries, analyses and allocations necessary for annual audits, tax preparation, compliance reporting, and other special reporting as necessary.
• Responsible for resolving accounting related issues through dual automated accounting systems and numerous subsystems.
• Works collaboratively with cross functional work teams. Implement business process improvement initiatives.
• Responsible for reviewing monthly and annual closing processes for accuracy. Serves as a direct liaison with external auditors during their examination period.
• Performs daily backup and assists the General Ledger Manager in the supervision of the GL Analyst I.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a medium to large accounting department.
• Thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Highly proficient in MS Office applications including Excel, Word, Access and Powerpoint. Advanced knowledge of data mining & reporting tools in an automated financial accounting system.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, reconcile and synthesize complex information from various databases/financial statements and prepare final reports and analyses for managers and directors.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal/external staff at all levels.
• Excellent organizational skills to prioritize and handle complex, multiple, simultaneous projects related to organization changes. Ability to multi-task in a fast changing environment while meeting critical deadlines.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills, ability to work with high degree of independence in within all GL Department matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accounting Designation.
• Proficient in Oracle Fusion ERP or large ERP Finance module.
• Strong understanding of KS organizational structure, processes and operations.
• Prior experience in educational institution or commercial real estate/property management accounting.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently sits, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk or hear.
• Occasionally stand and/or walk, write by hand, and lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Rarely twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp forcefully.

Working Conditions

• This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
• Work is conducted in an office/school environment and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

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