Description

The Staff Accountant is responsible for general ledger accounting, including journalizing, account reconciliation, analysis of accounts, financial reporting, technology integration, and other duties as assigned. The Staff Accountant provides support and knowledge for all administrative and academic departments. Must have strong knowledge in US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries on general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions. Review and analyze various accounts on the general ledger and the subsidiary ledger for accuracy.
• Assist with the preparation of audit schedules, financial statements, and statistical data related to the annual audit and Annual Financial Report (AFR).
• Prepare journal vouchers, journal entries, cash receipt, and disbursement entries.
• Review and prepare journal entries and assist in month-end and year-end accounting close process.
• Prepare journal entries to record tuition remission to allocated cost centers and compile all relevant data to payroll for tax related matters.
• Analyze current and past trends in key performance indicators including revenue, expenses, and capital expenditures.
• Responsible for the development and maintenance of systems and data to support the financial decision-making process.
• Assist with preparation of presentation materials and reports for management and the Board of Trustees. Oversee accounts payable and fill in when needed.
• Coordinate the new vendor process with all college departments.
• Prepare 1099s annually.
• Final review of monthly purchasing card expense reports for accuracy and completeness and upload into ERP system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Accounting experience 3 years
• Bachelors degree in business, accounting or other related discipline preferred
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to present data, reports and analyses in an effective manner to a variety of audiences
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of key management.
• Good planning and organizational skills with attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

PHYSICAL JOB COMPONENTS:

• Light to moderate lifting of files, supplies and office materials
• Able to use office and telecommunication equipment
• Ability to sit at computer for long periods of time