Accountant I

Job Title:

Accountant I

Physical Location:

Kent Campus - Kent, OH

Salary:

$41,731 - $44,431

Basic Function:

Assist in the accounting function by preparing financial statements and other financial information; reconciling and balancing Kent State University accounts and various bank accounts; assist university personnel and independent auditors, and assist with outside agencies. This is an entry level, learning accounting position normally occupied by a recent college graduate. Reports to Senior Accountant.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

Seeking self-motivated individual to review ACH banking transactions, create cash/refund verification reports, assist in student billing, reconcile state and local funds, as well as process journal entries for G/L accounts associated with student receivable accounting. Position includes a wide variety of tasks in a fast-paced office environment.

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following:

Reconcile and balance general ledger, subsidiary accounts, financial statements, etc.; prepare journal entries; make adjustments to general ledger and subsidiary accounts as necessary.

Review accounts for coding, keying, or other errors; investigate accounting errors; research transactions, resolve problems; monitor balances.

Monitor grant funds (e.g., determine if funds are available, expenditures are properly coded, expenditures are allowable under grant guidelines, etc.); prepare invoices, journal vouchers, etc.

Assist in the preparation of reports, financial statements, and other documents for federal, state, and outside agencies and for internal accounting and auditing.

Participate in assisting independent auditors (e.g., provide information, explain supporting materials and procedures, prepare and compile necessary data).

Assist in responding to inquiries from University departments concerning budget activity, proper expenditure coding, preparation of accounting documents, establishing new accounts, and accounting related activities.

Participate in recommending changes in accounting systems, policies and procedures.

May supervise students and/or provide functional guidance of support staff or other employees who work on a project or assignment on a temporary or intermittent basis.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or relevant field.

License/Certification:

Knowledge Of:

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting practices
Personal computer applications

Skill In:

Written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Ability To:

Intermediate ability and knowledge of automated financial systems and personal computer applications: word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet and email

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

Light work-Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus occasionally.

Working Schedule:

Additional Information:

Must pass a security check.

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr.

Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco is not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free<http://www.kent.edu/smoke-free>.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.