What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Stevenson University?
Accountant
Summary:
Entry level position responsible for general accounting functions and account reconciliations to include; monitoring and reconciliation of bank accounts, deposits, prepaid expenses and other accounts.
Department: Business Office
Education/Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance plus zero to two years accounting experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge/Skills/Ability:
- Knowledge of accounting principles and practices (GAAP).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel spreadsheet software.
- Account balancing and reconciling skills.
- Ability to create and analyze database reports using Informer or other similar type report modules
- Ability to work independently and capable of meeting all deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with faculty, staff and the university community in a professional manner.
Physical Requirements:
Light work: Lifting up to 20 pounds. Occasionally stooping, reaching, standing, sitting, walking, keyboarding, grasping, talking, hearing and repetitive motions. Close visual contact. Subject to inside environmental conditions. May be required to perform overtime work on a periodic basis.
Essential Functions:
- Process and reconcile daily cash receipts
- Monitor, maintain and reconcile prepaid expense schedules
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations
- Preparation of special reports required by management including audit responses, compliance reports, payment analysis.
- Manage and assist in the yearly preparation of tax form 1099.
- Assist in year-end closing and accrual process.
- Oversee and assist in preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.
- Receive cross training on Accounts Payable/Procurement Card related subjects.
Reports To: Manager, Accounting
Work Location: Greenspring
Position Category: Staff
Position Type: Full-Time
Months/Year: 12
Hrs/Week: 40
FLSA: Exempt
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stevenson.peopleadmin.com
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