South College invites capable, energetic, outgoing, applicants who are focused on transforming lives of our customers/students! At South College, you will help implement our strategy of “Where Dreams Find Direction!” We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning with over 11,000 students covering 8 campuses and Online learning sites. We are also one of nation’s highest producers of licensed healthcare professionals offering a myriad of undergraduate and graduate healthcare programs for our students.

South College is a fast-paced exciting education institution. This senior accountant role is an outstanding opportunity for a skilled accountant to work with an awesome team and use the breadth of his/her skill set to impact the college. You will manage a wide range of duties from analyzing, reconciling, and reviewing financial accounts, compiling, and analyzing financial information, maintaining fixed assets, assisting with month-end and year-end financial closings.

If you thrive in an environment where you will balance multiple priorities and move quickly from one task to the next, the role of senior accountant could be your perfect fit. Below is a list of key responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the general accounting functions which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local corporate, payroll, and other applicable taxes and filings

• Lead the month end and annual close processes for your areas of responsibility

• Leverage the full range of your skills as you work with a variety of systems

• Enjoy visibility onsite and within the larger, company-wide business office accounting team

• Make an impact daily by continuing excellent service when working with internal (faculty and staff) and external vendors (students, parents, auditors, and vendors)

• Other accounting related functions as needed

• Prove yourself and enjoy opportunities to grow your career

• Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college, preferably in Accounting or Finance or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relatable work experience.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of accounting or finance related experience

CPA preferred, but not required

Excellent skills in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups) and Word preferred

Strong understanding of GAAP and experience with general ledger accounting