Accounting Lead

Operationally Focused ProfessionalA growing higher education institution seeking an operationally focused professional to oversee administrative services, financial operations, bursary functions, compliance processes, and HR coordination. The organization is focused on scaling its operations while maintaining strong financial controls, governance standards, and service excellence.Job DescriptionBursary & Student PaymentsManage student billing and tuition payment processes end-to-endReconcile student accounts and administer tuition payment platformsCoordinate payment status and collections activities with internal stakeholdersOversee scholarship and financial aid disbursement processesMaintain accurate student billing records and respond to payment inquiriesAccounts Payable & Vendor ManagementOwn the full accounts payable cycle including invoice processing and payment executionMaintain vendor documentation and supporting recordsManage vendor payments, purchase orders, and audit documentationReview operational vendor contracts against approved budgetsCash & Banking OperationsExecute daily banking and cash transactionsPerform bank reconciliations and monitor cash balancesManage corporate card administration and payment processingSupport cash flow reporting and banking relationshipsFinancial AdministrationSupport month-end close activities and account reconciliationsMaintain financial records and audit documentationAssist with annual audit and regulatory filing processesSupport tax compliance activities and adherence to US GAAP standardsHR & People OperationsAct as liaison with payroll and HR service providersCoordinate recruitment, on-boarding, and off-boarding activitiesManage benefits administration and HR compliance requirementsSupport performance review processes and HR documentationInsurance, Risk & ComplianceManage institutional insurance programs and vendor relationshipsIdentify operational risks and implement mitigation strategiesDrive continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancementsMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field3-6 years of experience in accounting, office management, administrative operations, or similar environmentsExperience supporting accounts payable, billing, student finance, bursary, or financial administration processesExperience working with accounting software and ERP platformsStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesExcellent attention to detail and accuracyStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to handle confidential information with discretionWhat's on OfferBroad operational ownership across finance, administration, and people operationsOpportunity to build scalable processes within a growing institutionHigh-visibility position working across multiple functions and stakeholdersHybrid opportunityBonus eligible