Accountant II - General Ledger

Job Goal

To advance the college’s mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.

General Job Summary

The Accountant II – General Ledger will assist with the maintenance of general ledger functions and processes across the College. Will possess the knowledge to independently perform tasks including creation, verification, and execution of journal entries, account analysis and reconciliation, and assist with month-end processing. Ensure timeliness and accuracy of information as it flows into the general ledger systems.

The typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm.

Universal Core Competencies

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities

• Ensure a thorough understanding of the general ledger practices to accurately create, verify, and execute general ledger transactions
• Manage the account analysis and reconciliations for assigned areas of responsibility including credit card activity, campus card liability, prepaid expenses and other various general ledger activity
• Monitor the Operating Equipment Protection Insurance program through detailed analysis to ensure timely and accurate transaction posting and reconciliation including expense approval and regular reporting.
• Manage the unclaimed property of the college requiring ongoing awareness of established federal and state regulations
• Provide assistance for month and year-end closing processes, and annual audits for the college and related entities.
• Perform other related work duties as assigned
  
  

Performance Expectations

• Knowledge and implementation of financial and accounting principles and procedures
• Have the presence, intelligence, demeanor and verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively interact at all levels within, and external to the college
• Must be accurate and detail oriented in daily work
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to accomplish department goals and college initiatives
• Possess excellent organizational skills, including the ability to plan, establish priorities and handle multiple tasks and projects
• Welcome, value, and nurture people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, as well as support and promote an environment that accepts differences
  
  

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Activities With/Without Reasonable Accommodation

Position involves working in an office setting. Occasional (10-33%) standing, pushing, pulling and grasping. Frequent (34-66%) reaching and viewing a computer and other types of close visual work. Constant (67-100%) sitting, walking, repetitive motion, talking and hearing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in accounting or related field
• 2 years related experience
• Experience with PC’s and related software
• A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  
  

Preferred Qualifications, Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Experience with general ledger classifications and account analysis
• Knowledge of Ellucian Colleague software
  
  

EEO/AA STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness (employees) or the Vice President of Student Services (students), 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: .

Why Kirkwood

Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Kirkwood offers a wide range of employee benefits. Read more about them

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Do you have at minimum an associate’s degree in accounting or related field and 2 years related experience?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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