What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant position at Lake-Sumter State College?
Job Summary
The Accountant is responsible for performing the general accounting and financial duties for the Colleges and LSSC Foundation including recording the pre-award and post-award grants. Prepare journal entries and process accounting and budget transactions throughout the year. Performs a broad range of accounting duties which requires knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and Governmental Accounting Standards Board statements. Responsible for promoting and sustaining a collegial, respectful, and high-performing work environment for all employees.
Responsible for demonstrating LSSC’s values of learning, people, student success, forward-thinking, commitment to excellence, accessibility, diversity, partnerships, and sound management practices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation of month-end and fiscal year-end closing and reporting processes in preparation of Annual Financial Report for both the College and Foundation.
- Assist in maintaining the property management database.
- Assist in budget preparations.
- Reconciliation of all general ledger accounts
- Serve as backup for Accounts Payable processing/disbursing vendor checks when needed.
- Prepare invoices and billings.
- Process employee travel reimbursement requests according to LSSC policies and procedures.
- Assist with the preparation of audit schedules.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Excellent skills in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and the ability to become proficient in MS Teams.
- Excellent planning, organizational, and attention to detail skills; ability to anticipate outcomes.
- Ability to use appropriate technology to organize, synthesize, and communicate data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills, ability to deal with ambiguity, resolve complex problems, and effectively manage projects.
- Ability to successfully develop and manage relationships at all levels of the organization and influence a variety of stakeholders.
- Ability to consult with, challenge, and influence management to align processes and practices with college objectives.
- Ability to maintain discretionary judgment in dealing with confidential matters.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work independently in a fast-paced multi-priority environment.
- Ability to exhibit a professional, courteous demeanor.
Minimum Qualifications & Education
- Required:Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
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Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in an administration/accounting position preferably
in a two-year college/university setting.- Must have experience in extracting and analyzing financial data for reporting purposes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required.
- Higher education experience preferred. Banner or similar ERP experience preferred.
Lake-Sumter State College provides a wide range of affordable, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that are a vital part of your total compensation package. These programs are centered around health and wellness, financial security, and professional development.
