What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Time Staff Accountant position at Lorain County Community College?
Job Description
Lorain County Community College is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the College’s financial integrity and operational excellence. Reporting to the Manager of Accounting and the Controller/Budget Director, this full-time position performs moderately complex accounting functions, supports financial reporting and analysis, and helps ensure the accuracy and reliability of the College’s financial records. The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining effective financial processes across billing, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications:
Includes a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; participation in state pension programs or alternative retirement plans; tuition assistance; generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays); and access to onsite childcare, free parking and fitness facilities.
The application file should include: cover letter, current resume, Professional Statement (if applicable); unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon employment) and contact information for 3-4 professional references. Incomplete files will not be considered. Candidate selected will be subject to appropriate background checks before hire.
About LCCC
Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County’s high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC’s high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future.
LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC’s students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success.
Lorain County Community College seeks to hire and employ locally whenever possible. Employees should reside in Ohio, where they can be responsive to on-campus work requirements, and within a reasonable commuting distance of their work location.
Job Info
Lorain County Community College is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the College’s financial integrity and operational excellence. Reporting to the Manager of Accounting and the Controller/Budget Director, this full-time position performs moderately complex accounting functions, supports financial reporting and analysis, and helps ensure the accuracy and reliability of the College’s financial records. The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining effective financial processes across billing, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Billing and Revenue Recognition: Process billing transactions from multiple revenue streams and prepare accruals to ensure revenue is recognized accurately and in accordance with GAAP and institutional policies.
- Accounts Receivable: Monitor accounts receivable aging, support collection efforts, and partner with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve outstanding balances and discrepancies.
- General Ledger Management: Prepare and post journal entries, perform account reconciliations, and maintain thorough documentation to support audit readiness and financial accuracy.
- Financial Reporting and Close: Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes, reconcile and resolve financial discrepancies, and support financial, grant, and other audits by compiling requested documentation while ensuring compliance with College and regulatory standards.
- Cross-Functional Support: Provide accounting support for grants and general accounting as required by institutional needs or special projects.
Required Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Minimum of three years of professional accounting experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (skills assessment required)
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Experience working with Oracle Cloud ERP or similar enterprise system
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
Includes a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; participation in state pension programs or alternative retirement plans; tuition assistance; generous paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays); and access to onsite childcare, free parking and fitness facilities.
The application file should include: cover letter, current resume, Professional Statement (if applicable); unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon employment) and contact information for 3-4 professional references. Incomplete files will not be considered. Candidate selected will be subject to appropriate background checks before hire.
About LCCC
Established in 1963, Lorain County Community College is the first community college in Ohio with a permanent campus. For six decades, LCCC has served the diverse needs of greater Lorain County region by providing affordable access to higher education and now serves approximately 13,000 students each year in certificate, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
Since 1963, one in four Lorain County residents have taken classes at LCCC and more than 43,000 have earned a degree. LCCC was recently ranked in the top 10% of most affordable colleges in the nation and more than 90% of LCCC graduates live and work in Northeast Ohio. 45% of Lorain County’s high school graduates earn college credits through LCCC’s high school dual enrollment programs. LCCC also partners with more than 700 employers and offers 170 industry-recognized credentials to better prepare the workforce for the future.
LCCC is a dynamic, student-centered college intentionally designed to support individuals with balancing multiple roles on their path to college completion. 85% of LCCC students work while attending college, with majority working at least half-time. The average age of LCCC’s students is 24, and many bring life experiences that include caring for dependents, serving in the military, or completing some prior college. Over 80% of LCCC students received financial assistance through grants and scholarships, and LCCC has been nationally recognized for holistic, fully integrated services and commitment to student success.
Lorain County Community College seeks to hire and employ locally whenever possible. Employees should reside in Ohio, where they can be responsive to on-campus work requirements, and within a reasonable commuting distance of their work location.
Job Info
- Job Identification 1961
- Job Category Prof Tech 12 mo
- Posting Date 04/06/2026, 11:28 PM
- Job Schedule Full time
- Locations 1005 N Abbe Road, Elyria, OH, 44035, US