What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Accountant position at Prairie State College?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
H0497P
Classification
Part-time hourly
Position Number
Position Title
Junior Accountant
Status of Position
Temporary
FLSA
Non Exempt
Position Summary
Supports the daily financial operations of the College’s Financial Services Office. Responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, performing reconciliations, processing transactions, and assisting with compliance and reporting functions. The role collaborates with internal departments to ensure the integrity of financial data and adherence to institutional policies and procedures.
Reporting Relationship
Direct Reporting relationship to the Assistant Controller
Essential Responsibilities
- Account Reconciliation: Perform full reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts, ensuring General Ledger (GL) balances align with subsidiary ledgers and external documentation.
- Historical Research: Utilize limited, inquiry-only access to the Colleague ERP to research transaction history and verify account activity (e.g., utilizing screens such as GLTB or similar lookup tools).
- Audit Workpaper Development: Independently create standardized, cross-referenced audit lead sheets and supporting schedules in Microsoft Excel.
- Adjustment Documentation: Identify and document all required Adjusting Journal Entries (AJEs). Provide a detailed log for Institution staff to review and enter.
- Assist with month-end closing processes and supporting schedules.
- Assist with audit preparation and provide requested documentation.
- Support special projects and aid across accounting functions as needed
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Working knowledge of Ellucian / Colleague
- Working knowledge with Microsoft Excel, specifically Pivot Tables
- Experience in working with a year end audit, either as an auditor or as staff within the accounting department
Preferred Qualifications
1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Higher Education Fund Accounting.
2. Familiarity with Ellucian Colleague (specifically GL inquiry functions) is preferred but not required if the candidate has strong experience with other higher-ed ERPs.
3. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit file organization.
Ability to work independently
Anticipated Work Hours and Days
10:00a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Salary
$25 per hour
Benefits
N/A
Posting Date
04/27/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted electronically on the website.
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