Accounts Receivable​/Staff Accountant

Job Summary

School Mission Statement & Profile
Founded and rooted in the Gospel values of the Catholic Church and the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, the Academy of Our Lady of Peace (OLP) empowers young women in an innovative learning environment that honors the individual while fostering community and develops faith-filled leaders dedicated to the "love of God and the dear neighbor without distinction."
OLP is a school of approximately 750 students, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive educational community. The school emphasizes 21st-century learning, academic excellence, and the development of leadership skills. Our professional culture values collaboration, lifelong learning, and a growth mindset. Students are encouraged to actively participate in the school community, and OLP graduates are prepared to make a positive impact in STEAM fields and beyond.

Position Overview

The Accounts Receivable Accountant is a non-exempt, full-time on-site position. The Accounts Receivable Accountant at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace (OLP) is an integral team member of the Business Office. This position is responsible for accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial information. Creates financial transactions that include posting information to accounting journals, worksheets, and accounting software systems. The Accounts Receivable Accountant manages all aspects of accounts receivable management, including but not limited to tuition and reconciling accounts.

Essential Responsibilities
Record revenue from all sources and provide accounting support .
Record and manage tuition and fee payment, collection and recording in the general ledger and FACTS (subledger)
Oversee enrollment of students including collection of tuition contracts, ensuring tuition accounts set up and collection and recording of registration fees.
Communicate with Admissions departments regarding the status of returning students during re-enrollment
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Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace (OLP), located at 4860 Oregon Street, San Diego, CA 92116, is in an area that may experience earthquake activity and is near a low flood zone. For more information on potential natural hazards, please visit the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services at

Fair Chance Act Compliance
OLP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or undergo a background check until after a conditional job offer has been made. If a background check reveals information that OLP believes is directly related to the position, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances, provide mitigating evidence, or dispute the accuracy of the report.

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Equal Opportunity Employment
The Academy of Our Lady of Peace is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment. OLP prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.