What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounting Analyst - Financial Services position at Henry Ford College?
Position Description Summary
Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for an Accounting Analyst - Financial Services.
Henry Ford College is seeking a full-time skilled Accounting Analyst to be responsible for accurately processing invoices for payment via several formats such as weekly check runs, ACH’s and credit cards, while also assisting with other duties necessary to support the functions of the Financial Services Department.
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm - Onsite.
Core Competencies And Qualifications
The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following competencies and qualifications. However, education, experience, and training that demonstrates proficiency and the ability to perform the essential duties will be evaluated for equivalency to the education, competencies, and experience qualifications listed below.
While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, the statements contained in this job announcement reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Therefore, performing additional job-related duties not listed above may be required as assigned. For applicants viewing this ad from an external site, please go to hfcc.edu/jobs to apply.
Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for an Accounting Analyst - Financial Services.
Henry Ford College is seeking a full-time skilled Accounting Analyst to be responsible for accurately processing invoices for payment via several formats such as weekly check runs, ACH’s and credit cards, while also assisting with other duties necessary to support the functions of the Financial Services Department.
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm - Onsite.
Core Competencies And Qualifications
The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following competencies and qualifications. However, education, experience, and training that demonstrates proficiency and the ability to perform the essential duties will be evaluated for equivalency to the education, competencies, and experience qualifications listed below.
- Two (2) years’ experience working with accounts payable processes including invoice management, purchase order management, payment processing, compliance and vendor communication.
- Knowledge and work history of accounts payable (verify account coding, mathematical accuracy and validation of invoice data including approval to pay prior to entering invoice for payment).
- Ability to complete and maintain both internal and external vendor reconciliations and reporting.
- Experience with prepaid accounting, capital assets, grants, and payroll is a plus.
- Associate degree in Accounting with minimum (2) years accounting-related experience or (5) years’ experience in accounting field may be considered.
- Strong Microsoft Suite skills with an emphasis on Excel and Outlook.
- Work experience must include preparation of financial reports from computerized accounting programs. Including: Excel, Word, grammar/spelling, office math, proofreading, bookkeeping.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, is flexible and adaptable in a rapidly changing environment and work well under pressure in a high stress environment.
- Ability to work effectively with others and in teams.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to recognize and follow through on priorities in a timely manner, despite frequent interruptions.
- Understanding and commitment to HFC Mission.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently make independent decisions and judgment consistent with the level of the position.
- An ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with College personnel in a multi-cultural environment.
- Attention to detail is very important for this position. Must be thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
- Dependability and Reliability - Behaves consistently and predictably; is reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations; diligently follows through on commitments and consistently meets deadlines. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance; rarely is late for meetings or appointments.
- Interpersonal Skills - Treat’s students, staff, faculty, and the community with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
- Communication - Ability to carry out verbal and written directions and to effectively communicate to HFC stakeholders. Understands and adheres to HFC policies and procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive information, files, and data.
- Integrity/Honesty - Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization; displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization, self, and others; is trustworthy.
- Continual Learning - Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development.
- Public Service Motivation - Shows a commitment to serve the public. Ensures that actions meet public needs; aligns organizational objectives and practices with public interests.
- Leveraging Diversity - Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization.
- Experience working with an integrated administrative computer software system (Ellucian, Colleague).
- Experience working in a college business office.
- Conscientiousness - Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
- Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
- Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive HFC services, including the public, individuals who work in the College, or organizations outside the College) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
- Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
- Public Service Motivation – Shows a commitment to serve the public. Ensures that actions meet public needs; aligns organizational objectives and practices with public interests.
- Respect – Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork; values diversity and inclusiveness; practices transparency; shows compassion and empathy; and remains engaged and committed to shared goals.
- Passion – Displays enthusiasm for teaching and learning; seeks diverse perspectives and ideas; creates a student-centered environment; and pursues excellence in all that we do.
- Ingenuity – Is agile, flexible, and responsive; pursues discovery and innovation; uses data and evidence to guide decisions; and continuously reimagines the future.
- Integrity – Upholds high ethical standards; maintains trust; and recognizes the impact of one’s actions on the institution and community.
- Experience working with an integrated administrative computer software system (Ellucian, Colleague) preferred.
- Experience working in a college business office preferred.
- Responsible for the full lifecycle and compliance of the accounts payable process.
- Monitors and corrects general ledger account for proper coding.
- Responsible for managing vendor records, compliance and entity validations.
- Will complete assigned schedules, reconciliations, audit tasks, compliance, month and year end tasks.
- Responsible for various weekly AP Check runs.
- Responsible for maintaining the College Accounts Payable credit card to make payment via card when possible.
- Assist with College E-payables and credit card programs.
- Provide guidance and excellent customer support to all team members, key stakeholders and external vendors.
- Troubleshoot and research issues as needed.
- Maintain, update, and create necessary Accounts Payable, P-card, E-payable, and other necessary procedure books.
- Miscellaneous general ledger work and/or journal entries as assigned.
- Additional duties as assigned to support the Collage, Foundation and Financial Services team.
While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, the statements contained in this job announcement reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Therefore, performing additional job-related duties not listed above may be required as assigned. For applicants viewing this ad from an external site, please go to hfcc.edu/jobs to apply.