What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Arizona Western College?
Ready to take your accounting career to the next level? Our Accountant role offers hands-on experience with audits, reconciliations, and reporting in a higher education setting. We provide opportunities for growth, professional development, and the chance to work with experienced leaders on meaningful financial projects.
Typical Duties
- Serves Students. Schedule, review, and analyze department ledger accounting entry details to ensure accuracy, monitor variances, and resolve discrepancies.
- Assists Accountant-Team Lead with the audits and reconciliation of the general ledger to the Fixed Asset (Property Control) database. Analyze, determines needs, and prepares journal entries for Fixed Assets. Maintain fixed asset documentation.
- Assists Accountant-Team Lead with monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for Federal, State, Local, and Private grants.
- Prepares all bank reconciliations using bank electronic systems and various software programs.
- Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
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- Bachelor’s degree with classes in accounting and two (2) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position with demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices
- Associate’s degree with classes in accounting and four (4) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position with demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices
- High School Diploma and six (6) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position with demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved may be considered
$50,544 - 53,577 per year, depending on experience.
Notes
- Yuma Campus
- Exempt
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid holidays
- Arizona State Retirement System
- Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents
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Posting Date
April 15, 2025
First Review Date
The first review of applications date begin on April 29, 2025. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Application Procedure
The following materials must be uploaded at the time of application. Any materials submitted via e-mail, fax, or mail will not be accepted. Applications missing any of the below requirements will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
- Completed Application
- Resume (no more than 3 pages)
- Cover Letter
- Unofficial Transcripts
- The statements in this posting describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
- The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.
Arizona Western College
Human Resources
Phone: (928) 344-7505 / FAX: (928) 317-6001 / TTY: (928) 344-7629
Email: Human.Resources@azwestern.edu
ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $50,544 - $53,577
