Job Description

Temporary Accounting Assistant - Accounts Payable

Start Date: early February 2026 (15 weeks)

The Position

Holderness School is seeking a part-time Temporary Accounting Assistant to support the Business Office with Accounts Payable tasks during a leave of absence. This on-campus position starts in early February and will last approximately 15 weeks , involves close collaboration with Business Office staff, and averages about 20 hours per week, with some scheduling flexibility based on departmental needs.

Overview

Located amid the lakes and mountains of central New Hampshire, Holderness School is a traditional co-ed independent secondary school, serving grades 9-12. Holderness strives to strike a balance in fostering the resources of the mind, body, and spirit: the mind through a challenging college preparatory curriculum; the body through outdoor activities and required interscholastic athletics; and the spirit through school and community service and affiliation with the Episcopal Church. Holderness remains, by choice, a small school where everybody plays an important role, and where students, faculty, and staff maintain close personal relationships.

Diversity Mission Statement

Holderness School is committed to being a community that celebrates and supports diversity in its many forms because multiple perspectives and experiences are vital to educational excellence and strengthen our community. Diversity refers to the human facets of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, and socioeconomic status. Holderness strives to create opportunities for cooperation, to broaden the educational experience of all students, and to enrich the lives of all community members.

Primary Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Business Office team, the Temporary Accounting Assistant will:

• Assist with processing vendor invoices for payment, credit card payments and employee reimbursement requests in RAMP.
• Research uncashed Accounts Payable checks to determine whether reissue is needed.
• Maintain organized digital and physical filing systems related to AP disbursements.
• Update and maintain expense-tracking spreadsheets.
• Assist with distributing team meal money.
• Provide general administrative and accounting support to the Business Office as needed.

This role requires accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to follow established procedures.

Qualifications

• Prior experience or interest in accounting, finance, business operations, or administrative support.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfort using spreadsheets (Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets).
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with appropriate guidance.

Employment Details

• Temporary, part-time position (approximately 20 hours per week).
• On-campus, in-person role.
• Expected duration of about 15 weeks.
• Schedule and hours determined by Business Office needs, with some flexibility.

Application Process

If interested in this position, please send a resume with a letter of interest to holderness-employment@holderness.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Holderness School offers part-time employees the use of grounds and facilities, and meals when school is in session.

All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Holderness School is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination against any employee or applicant in any manner prohibited by law.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Work Location: In person

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