Employment

At MSH, we are committed to realizing Dr. Maria Montessori’s vision for world peace through human development. Our community of Montessori professionals is dedicated to lifelong learning and personal growth. If you are passionate about working with young children to prepare them for a life of purpose, integrity, and academic accomplishment, we’d love to have you join our team!

Current Opportunities for the ’24-’25 School Year

Bookkeeper/Accounting Clerk

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid – remote and onsitePay: $35,000 per year; 4 days a week

The Bookkeeper is responsible for performing all tasks necessary to accomplish Montessori School of Huntsville payroll processing and accounts payable and receivable objectives. Specific duties include managing the Payroll process in a professional and knowledgeable manner, processing Accounts Payable expenses, and managing all utility and vendor payments as required. The successful candidate will have a desire to use their skills to help create high-performing Payroll/AP/AR services focused on supporting an independent, nonprofit Montessori school.

Qualifications:

An associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or Business with a minimum of two years’ experience which includes account payable processing, human resources and administrative duties, preferably in the nonprofit arena

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Experience working with Quickbooks, Bill.com, When I Work, and OnPay software platforms
Proficient in Excel/Google Sheets
Self-motivated to carry out responsibilities independently, pay close attention to detail and accuracy and be able to meet deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people
Superior time and project management skills
Primary Responsibilities:
Payroll:
Time sheet reconciliation and processing of payroll
Provide MSH employee’s with a self portal to view all payroll data (OnPay)
Manage hr@ email address with questions from staff
File quarterly payroll taxes
Manage garnishments and other deduction payments
Assist the CPA/HoS with the annual 990 report
Additional duties as assigned
Tuition Drafting:
sync Quickbooks and Bill.com invoices prior to 1st of the month
Automate monthly ACH tuition payments
Check for any chargebacks and correspond with families to resolve issues
Work closely with Hos and Admissions Director on any changes in charges for student monthly services
Create invoices for monthly incidental charges via bill.com
Manage accounting@ email address with any tuition or draft issues with families
Bookkeeping and Accounting:
Enter all operations accounts payable on a weekly basis (Quickbooks)
Review, and process all MSH accounts payable on a weekly basis
Process a weekly or semi monthly check/ach run as needed to meet due dates
Review monthly receipt folder and match to Quickbooks entries
Process reimbursements
Independently manage all day-to-day activities related to Head Start accounts payable,credit card use, cash disbursements and ensuring accuracy and compliance with established procedures
Benefits Administration:
Present medical, dental, vision, and supplemental benefit options to Client and administer plan with yearly review with HoS
Manage 403b retirement accounts for employees
enroll/unenroll employees from benefit plans as needed

Substitute Teacher

The Montessori School of Huntsville seeks substitute teachers for the current school year. Qualified candidates enjoy outdoor learning, support respectful parenting and teaching philosophies, must be at least 18 years of age, and will meet suitability requirements through our background check process.
If you have a flexible schedule and enjoy working with children of all ages in an engaging and respectful environment that nurtures children’s independence and guides them to their greatest potential, please email your resume to office@montessorihuntsville.org .

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) Commitment Statement

The Montessori School of Huntsville is committed to attracting, cultivating, and retaining a diverse faculty that embraces difference and celebrates connection. As such, your unique identity and experiences bring tremendous value to our school and are integral to fostering an inclusive community that honors and nurtures the expansive potential of both children and adults alike.

Nondiscrimination Policy

The Montessori School of Huntsville shall not discriminate, endorse, or affiliate with those who discriminate on the basis of age, religion, genetics, race, creed, ethnicity, color, disability, gender, marital status, sexual orientation or national origin.