Accountant II

Job Description

Accountant II

Overview:

Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant II is a vital part of the Office of Finance and Administration Team and a collaborative partner in meeting various institutional goals and objectives. Additionally, the Accountant II will demonstrate, by example, a clear commitment to providing excellent customer service. Moreover, the Accountant II ensures practical administrative support for students, faculty, and staff on the campus.

Job duties

The Accountant II will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

Perform monthly reconciliations, including but not limited to bank statements, investments, accounts receivable, accounts payable, net assets, and fixed assets

Compile, analyze, research, reconcile, and report on ledger activities for assigned areas

Research and respond to inquiries and provide information to aid with problem resolution

Serve as audit liaison with Internal and External auditors and coordinating with departments to ensure audit deadlines are met

Assist with financial planning for the college, preparing financial reports, and adhering to all applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations, procedures, and reporting requirements

Participate in and assume responsibility for various departmental functions, including payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and month-end close. Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Minimum Qualifications

The Accountant II must have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or a related field required

Must have at least 3 years of experience in general ledger accounting. Supervisory experience in accounting is preferred

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, with intermediate proficiency in Excel, integrated financial systems, and/or other types of record management systems

Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all management levels within the Institution as well as key individuals in other organizations/agencies to provide maximum support to students, faculty, and others being served by the Institution

Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, general business programs, policies, and procedures is required to ensure effective/efficient use and distribution of financial and other resources

Knowledge, understanding, and business application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Uniform Guidance

Ability to respond effectively to numerous and varied situations, analyze issues, and respond quickly and correctly to resolve problems and support the needs of students, faculty, staff, and others on the Institution

Ability to work independently and effectively manage multiple projects

Analytical abilities required in presenting budget status summaries/reports and recommending alternatives to improve services for students, faculty, & staff, and to enhance campus facilities

Knowledge of other Institution departments and personnel required to ensure support for the Institution and effective coordination with other external resources, as necessary

Must be a "team player" with the desire to promote the entire Institution and all its programs through energetic and effective coordination with applicable Institution departments and appropriate external organizations and agencies

Excellent listening skills and trained abilities to adapt to a dynamic environment and a progressive organization

Service Excellence

The Accountant II will work collaboratively with other administrators and department heads.

This position will also help to create and maintain a customer service culture, program, orientation, and focus for assigned areas.

Job Type: Full-time 40 hours per week position minimum. Working hours will occasionally include evenings and weekends during peak periods, including monthly closeouts, registration, and audit season.

Full-time