Accountant

One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer

Salary range: $75,000–$90,000

Posted: November 9, 2026

About the Role

One City Schools is seeking an Accountant to manage daily accounting, maintain accurate financial records, and help ensure that school funds are tracked and reported in accordance with applicable requirements. You will work with the Chief Financial Officer and colleagues across the schools to keep financial operations running smoothly and support the work they do for Scholars and families.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting and Financial Reporting

• Monitor daily cash balances and process accounts payable and accounts receivable each day.
• Process weekly Bill.com payments with CFO approval and reconcile Divvy card transactions to verify supporting documentation.
• Complete the monthly close and reconciliation checklist and review all balance sheet account reconciliations on schedule.
• Track spending by funding source and grant each month, and maintain cost allocations that comply with fiscal policies, GAAP, and contractual requirements.
• Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements for CFO review and submit accurate, timely reports to the CFO and required funding sources.
• Prepare quarterly billings to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.

Internal Controls and Audits

• Maintain financial records in accordance with fiscal policies, GAAP, and contractual requirements. Maintain internal controls over supporting systems and reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger.
• Review the Fiscal Procedure Manual and Cost Allocation Plan annually and recommend updates for CFO approval.
• Prepare workpapers and schedules for the annual financial audit. Respond on time to compliance audit requests, public records requests, and desk reviews by the charter school authorizer.
• Work with Human Resources to provide information for the annual workers’ compensation audit.

Budget and School Operations

• Support the CFO during the annual budget process, assist the special events team with financial matters, and help executive staff with records requests and operational needs.
• File confidential records in Google Drive in accordance with the school’s records retention policy.
• Help school and teaching staff follow financial policies and procedures. Look for ways to improve or automate workflows, keep up with changes in software and technology, and perform other duties as assigned by the CFO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least three years of accounting experience and knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with grant accounting, nonprofit accounting, or fund accounting.
• Proficiency with accounting tools such as QuickBooks, Bill.com, and Divvy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills, with close attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, exercise sound judgment, and protect confidential information.

Preferred

• CPA credential or eligibility for CPA certification.
• Knowledge of Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction financial regulations and federal Uniform Grant Guidance.
• Experience working in a school setting.

What You Bring

You follow through on commitments, use your time well, and work respectfully with Scholars, families, visitors, and colleagues. You support school policies, contribute to a welcoming environment, and represent One City positively in the community. You adapt as school needs change, welcome feedback, and model our CRISP Habits of Character: Compassion, Risk, Integrity, Self-Respect, and Persistence.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range is $75,000–$90,000, depending on education, experience, and demonstrated impact on student achievement. One City Schools offers the following benefits to full-time employees:

• 18 days of paid time off, plus holidays, spring break, and winter break.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Plan.
• Voluntary benefits, including supplemental life, accident, and short-term disability coverage.
• Automatic admission for an age-eligible child of an employee when a seat is open.

About One City Schools

Founded in 2014, One City Schools is a nonprofit school organization in Madison, Wisconsin. We operate One City Preschool, One City Elementary School, and One City Preparatory Academy. Our mission is to develop a model of public education that prepares children from birth through high school graduation to succeed in college, careers, and life.

Equal Employment Opportunity

One City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants with respect and dignity and providing equal opportunity in employment.