Junior Accountant

Job Description:

Job Function:

The Junior Accountant reports directly to the Financial Specialist. This is a Financial position involving responsibility for accounting records and the preparation of financial reports and reconciliations. Work is performed under supervision with exercise of independent judgement, but in accordance with outlined objectives, policies and procedures. Work involves the use of an automated accounting system. Supervision may be exercised over a small number of employees. Performs related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares financial reconciliation and aging reports. Generate month-end reconciliation reports for review by the Financial Specialist and/or Assistant Controller.
• Reconciles accounting activity to ensure it balances to the general ledger. Review, identify and correct discrepancies in accounts.
• Monitor daily cash activity and ensure proper recording of cash transactions.
• Prepares journal vouchers as needed; review journal vouchers prepared by staff and assign journal voucher numbers as required.
• Reconciles College bank statements to College records.
• Reconciles College investment accounts. Prepares journal vouchers for interest accruals, purchase of investments and money market transfers and additional bank transfers as required.
• Prepares and reviews certain month end financial statements including the statement of revenue and expense and balance sheet for financial reporting.
• Prepare year-end reconciliation reports for independent CPA audit review. Prepare monthly and quarterly variance analysis for certain general ledger accounts.
• Monitors and clears system suspense and various clearing accounts.
• Assist in accounting for transactions on student accounts including but not limited to financial aid awards, registration and other transactions on student records.
• Maintain reports in the College's report writing program to ensure that the reports generated are complete and accurate.
• Employs professional knowledge of theories, concepts, principles and practices of accounting and financial management to facilitate financial accounting between departments, third party agencies, system functions and various issues as well as to maintain proper internal controls and satisfy regulatory requirements.
• Provides assistance to supervisor and clerical staff in the performance of standard and routine accounting, related tasks and special assignments as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises Sr. Account Clerk in areas of cash receipts data input, account reconciliation, related reporting and collection of past due accounts.

MCC Expectations:

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

You must currently hold the title of Junior Accountant, OR meet the following minimum qualifications;

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus EITHER:

• (A) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting; OR,
• (B) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance or Business Administration that included a minimum of fifteen (15) semester credit hours in accounting; OR,
• (C) Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's degree in Economics, Finance or Business Administration that included a minimum of fifteen (15) semester credit hours in accounting plus one (1) year of full-time or its part-time equivalent paid experience in accounting, auditing or bookkeeping; OR,
• (D) Any equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above.

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications under (B) or (C) above must submit a student or official copy of the college transcript or itemized list of course work and credits received, at the time of application.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Must have the ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from faculty, staff, students and the general public.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information:

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 8:45am - 4:45pm

Salary: $45,041.54 - $57,480.38

Pay Transparency Disclaimer: The posted salary range represents the full salary scale for this position, which includes all pay steps within the range. The starting salary for all new hires is typically at the entry-level figure, as determined by the step placement of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Progression through the range occurs over time based on established criteria such as length of service and performance. This range is provided to give applicants an understanding of the potential earnings over the course of a career in this role.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

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Application Instructions:

The following documents MUST be submitted to be considered for this position:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Please note: As part of the application process all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.