Accountant I/II (Full-time, Onsite)

Are you a detail-oriented accounting professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for financial accuracy?  Wilson College is hiring for a skilled Accountant I/II to support our financial operations, maintain critical records, and contribute to the success of our institution.

The Accountant I/II is responsible for maintaining the Colleague software system, managing college endowment funds, reconciling general ledgers and bank accounts, overseeing temporarily restricted funds, and completing annual surveys. Success in this role requires a strong background in accounting and/or finance. The ideal candidate will be able to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain the Colleague software system related to non-payroll financial transactions, including ongoing software implementations and process improvements to enhance financial data management.
• Manage endowment projections, spreadsheets, and other endowment-related tasks.
• Prepare, review, and record asset, liability, revenue, and expense entries by compiling and analyzing account information in accordance with internal controls.
• Maintain and balance subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions, while resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Summarize financial status by collecting data and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports.
• Maintain records of temporarily restricted funds.
• Prepare and compile data for annual surveys.
• Create and maintain reports in the Synoptix system.
• Develop and update internal instruction manuals.
• Prepare work papers and reports for Form 990.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Vice President for Finance and Administration.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions.
• Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Full-time, 12-month position
• Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM; however, flexibility is required as hours may vary based on departmental needs.
• Some work during evenings and weekends may be required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• A bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting is required.
• Experience in higher education or not-for-profit accounting is preferred.
• Familiarity with Ellucian Colleague is a plus.

An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Working at Wilson: Wilson College provides all eligible, full-time employees with a wide range of benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage; college-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance; and employee-funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for health and dependent care. Also available to eligible employees is a Defined Contribution Retirement plan with TIAA. Educational benefits for employees and their families include undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs. Tuition Exchange scholarship opportunities are also available across a vast consortium of colleges.

Wilson College offers a flexible, supportive culture that believes in work-life balance, with flexible work options available, and generous paid leave policies including paid parental leave, paid vacation, sick, personal leave, 13 paid holidays, paid jury duty, and paid bereavement leave including miscarriage and stillbirth.

Wilson College offers free on-campus fitness center membership, flexible and affordable dining hall meal plans, health and wellness services, and an employee assistance program.

Wilson College is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit qualifying employer, employees of the College may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.