Admin Accountant

Reporting directly to the director of budgeting, in conjunction with the director of financial services, and ultimately accountable to the vice president of administration, this position will perform various accounting functions in support of the college's accounting system which require the understanding and regular use of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and decision making based upon a formal body of knowledge concerning accounting concepts, methods and procedures.

1. Perform higher level accounting functions such as auditing, analyzing and reconciling accounts for accuracy and compliance with all pertinent procedures and regulations.

2. Initiate and process journal entries into the general ledger. Reconcile on a month-end and year-end basis.

3. Independently implement college accounting policies and procedures.

4. Assist in maintaining the integrity of the college's accounting system and records.

5. May assist in preparing monthly and year-end financial reports.

6. Confer with outside agencies regarding reporting requirements and gather data, prepare, and file federal, state and other agency mandated reports according to such requirements.

7. Perform reconciliations of various accounts and verify related accounting information related to grants, budgets, and other accounts as required.

8. Assist departmental staff with accounting related activities.

9. Assist external auditors by providing schedules, detailed transaction descriptions and other information as required.

10. Adhere to college, federal and state administrative procedures, guidelines, initiatives and directives to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations affecting college operations.

11. Perform other tasks of a similar nature or level as assigned.

Any combination of education, training and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job such as those listed above.

Bachelor's degree in accounting strongly desired.