ACCOUNTANT III

Description

Accountant III

This full-time position serves as the primary point of contact for Student Accounts in the College Business Office, assisting students and parents in person, over the phone, and via email. Provide guidance on the cost of attendance, bill payments, and available financial resources. Collaborate with the Financial Aid Office to address student aid questions and ensure proper application of aid to student charges. Manage collections for outstanding student accounts. Handle third-party billing and coordinate with sponsoring agencies to ensure timely payments. Direct students and parents to appropriate financial resources while maintaining prompt and effective communication. Acts as a backup for payroll processing in the absence of the primary payroll administrator. Apply sound judgment in accounting processes, adhering to generally accepted accounting principles and internal controls. Reconcile accounts receivable, subsidiary accounts, and fixed assets, and prepare journal entries for approval. Assist with accounting projects, including scholarships, grants, fixed assets, and financial closing tasks. Analyze accounts receivable and fixed assets ledgers monthly, providing insights to the Manager of Financial Services and Director of Finance.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field. Up to 3 years of experience in financial management, including accounts receivable, billing, credit/collections, and accounting. Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls. Familiarity with student accounts, financial aid, tuition billing, and collections in a college setting. Knowledge of collection procedures, third-party billing, payment reconciliation, and fixed asset accounting (including depreciation schedules and reconciliations). Experience using financial and student information systems. Understanding of FERPA and federal/state regulations on financial aid and collections.

• Strong communication skills – ability to explain financial concepts clearly and listen to student/parent concerns.
• Attention to detail – essential for processing transactions, reviewing account balances, and reconciliations.
• Time management – ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Confidentiality – must handle sensitive financial information with discretion.

This role requires a mix of financial expertise, regulatory knowledge, and strong communication skills to support students and families while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.

Salary: MSEA Supervisory Unit, Range 21 $54,163 to $56,451, salary commensurate with credentials and experience. Benefits: Employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also available), vision insurance, Maine Public Employees Retirement System, generous sick/personal time allowances, professional development, and free tuition within the MCCS for employee, spouse, and qualifying dependents.

Application Deadline: Please visit WCCC's website, https://www.wccc.me.edu/about-wccc/news-nfo/employment/ . Review of applications will begin March 21, 2025. The position is open until filled.

WCCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact (207) 454-1000. Posted 3-2025

Qualifications

Salary : $54,163 - $56,451