Accountant I
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Ensure financial integrity and responsible accounting, auditing and other fiscal procedures are performed. Serve in a principal role in preparation of interim and annual financial statements. Supervise or carry out other various accounting functions.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Job Functions:
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Serve in a principal role in the preparation of interim and annual comprehensive financial statements of the College.
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Work with the College’s PeopleSoft financial system, the State’s financial systems, and other software.
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Assist in the maintenance and automation of accounting/financial systems.
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Administer financial functions such as budgetary accounting, budget preparation, and similar fiscal procedures.
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Supervise or carry out: preparation of monthly accounting and special reports; maintenance of appropriation and other subsidiary ledgers and determination of proper, classification of accounts for posting therein and reconciliations.
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Provide financial information to the Assistant Controller and Controller upon request. Prepare various other reports as required by other College departments or agencies.
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Develop and implement improvements to current systems of internal controls.
Occasional Job Functions:
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Assistant Controller.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field.
Experience:
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A minimum of three years of experience in accounting/budgeting in a responsible position.
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Experience in the preparation of financial statements.
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Experience working with computerized accounting/financial systems.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
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Thorough knowledge of fund accounting principles, including experience complying with current GASB pronouncements.
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Demonstrated skills in administration, organization.
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Ability to develop and implement improvements to accounting systems and possess ability to multi-task.
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Ability to analyze and prepare financial statements.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word programs.
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A working knowledge of the principles of public or private accounting or administrative systems.
PREFERRED:
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CPA or Master’s in a finance-related field.
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Related experience in a college or university accounting/budgeting position.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions.

