Accounting Specialist

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Business Office Director, the Accounting Specialist is responsible for providing accounting, accounts receivable, fixed asset, and administrative support to the Business Office. This position requires a high level of accuracy, organization, confidentiality, and attention to detail while working with financial records, student accounts, institutional assets, and other university financial information.The Accounting Specialist will assist in maintaining accurate accounting records, supporting the University's accounts receivable functions, managing fixed asset records, and providing backup support to the Bursar. In addition, the position will provide temporary support to Institutional Advancement, primarily through data entry and maintenance of donor and gift records.

Key Responsibilities

Fixed Assets

• Assist with the initial identification and classification of capital expenditures and enter all required fixed asset information into the University's fixed asset accounting system.
• Ensure all newly acquired capital equipment is properly tagged and recorded in a timely manner.
• Conduct periodic physical inventories of capital equipment and reconcile physical inventory results to accounting records.
• Provide periodic fixed asset inventory listings to custodial departments and assist with resolving discrepancies.
• Assist with year-end accounting procedures as assigned.
• Maintain organized and complete documentation to support internal controls and annual audit requirements.
• Assist with research and resolution of accounting discrepancies and other financial record issues.

Accounts Receivable

• Communicate professionally with students, parents, and other authorized parties regarding student account balances, billing inquiries, payments, and account discrepancies while maintaining FERPA compliance.
• Process receipts, balance daily transactions, and assist with the timely deposit of institutional funds.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to student accounts, payments, charges, credits, and adjustments.
• Assist with payment plan administration and monitoring as assigned.
• Assist with the reconciliation of student accounts and other receivable balances to the University's accounting records.
• Provide support to the Bursar in the daily administration of student accounts.
• Serve as a backup to the Bursar during periods of vacation, illness, or other approved absences.

Institutional Advancement Support — Temporary Assignment

• Provide temporary administrative and accounting support to Institutional Advancement as needed.
• Perform accurate and timely data entry of donations, donor information, and gift-related records.
• Assist with the processing and documentation of gifts and donations in accordance with University procedures.
• Maintain organized documentation for gifts and donations to support accounting, reporting, and audit requirements.
• This assignment is intended to provide temporary operational support to Institutional Advancement and may be modified or discontinued based on departmental staffing and operational needs.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Performs other related duties as required or assigned by the Business Office Director or other authorized supervisor.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet established deadlines.
• Commitment to providing professional and courteous service to students, parents, faculty, staff, and other University constituents.

Special Requirements:

• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Louisiana Christian University
• Commitment includes general support for Christian liberal arts education.
• A willingness to serve the broader college community through service and committee work.
• Active member in a local evangelical Christian church

The successful candidate will also demonstrate an active Christian faith and a calling to engage in a “Christ-centered community committed to Academic Excellence where students are equipped for Lives of Learning, Leading, and Serving.”

Louisiana Christian University is a private, Baptist, coeducational college of liberal arts and sciences with selected professional programs, located in Pineville, Louisiana. The University was founded in 1906 and is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the Louisiana Baptist Convention. It has an enrollment of about 1,200 students and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

To apply for this position, please submit all of the following to

danielle.james@lcuniversity.edu

1. A cover letter

2. LCU staff application

3. Resume

4. Undergraduate and graduate transcripts

Inquiries and all submissions should be made to:

Danielle James, Business Office Director in Training

Louisiana Christian University

1140 College Drive

P. O. Box 564

Pineville, LA 71359

danielle.james@lcuniversity.edu

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,215 - $55,375