What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at SOUTH COLLEGE?
Description
South College invites capable, energetic, outgoing, applicants who are focused on transforming the lives of our customers/students! At South College, you will help implement our strategy of “Where Dreams Find Direction!” We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning with over 10,000 students covering 7 campuses and Online learning sites, offering a myriad of undergraduate and graduate healthcare programs for our students.
In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.
South College is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our growing Accounting and Finance team. Our ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment, have strong attention to detail, and work well with a team.
Below is a list of key responsibilities:
- Perform month-end close functions, including journal entries, accruals, account reconciliations, and other reporting schedules. This role has visibility and exposure to many aspects of the month-end close process.
- Ensure accurate recording and analysis of monthly revenues and expenses.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts and revenue from the ledger to the sub-ledger.
- Evaluate current processes and procedures and recommend changes.
- Perform other duties and support other staff as needed.
- Assist with the annual external audit, including the preparation of audit schedules and documentation.
- Enjoy visibility onsite and within the larger, company-wide business office accounting team
- Prove yourself and enjoy opportunities to grow your career
- Enjoy competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college, preferably in Accounting or Finance or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relatable work experience.
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of accounting or finance related experience
- CPA preferred, but not required
- Excellent skills in Excel (pivot tables, vlookups) and Word preferred
- Strong understanding of GAAP and experience with general ledger accounting
