Staff Accountant

Function:

Assist in preparing the College financial statements, research accounting information, prepare reconciliations, and

other general accounting functions. Support of other accounting staff when required. There is interaction with other

staff, faculty, and students. Position reports to the Assistant VP for Finance & Controller.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain general ledger chart of accounts (add, edit, delete)
• Reconcile and monitor general ledger accounts
• Prepare and record journal entries
• Prepare reconciliations of bank and investment accounts
• Monitor accounts to maintain proper balances
• Prepare recurring reports and payments, such as quarterly sales tax and annuities
• Prepare, review, and record various charges to departments
• Assist in the cashiering position: process payments, input department deposits, count cash, and perform daily closing procedures, as needed
• Assist in the accounts payable position; reviewing and entering invoices
• Assist students with billing and other inquiries
• Assist College departments with budget and transaction inquiries
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree (Accounting or related field preferred.)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with great attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Great Plains or similar accounting software experience preferred.
• One to three years of higher education or non-profic accounting experience preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable experience in legacy data migration and ERP system integration.

Relationships:

Maintain continuous contact with other departments, faculty, students, parents, alumnae, and public to exchange factual information and explain rules, regulations, practices, or functions.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Customer Service: Respond promptly to customer needs; solicit customer feedback to improve service; respond to requests for service and assistance; manage difficult or emotional customer situations; meet commitments.
• Oral Communication: Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification; respond well to questions; participate in meetings.
• Written Communication: Write clearly and informatively; edit work for spelling and grammar; vary writing style to meet needs; present numerical data effectively; read and interpret written information.
• Judgment: Ability to make decisions; exhibit sound and accurate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision-making process; make timely decisions.
• Organizational Support: Follow policies and procedures; complete administrative tasks correctly and on time; support organization's goals and values; benefit organization through outside activities.
• Planning/Organizing: Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently; plan for additional resources; set goals and objectives; organize or schedule other people and their tasks; develop realistic action plans.
• Professionalism: Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status and position; accept responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.

*A professional CV/resume, cover letter, and three references are required to be uploaded when applying for this position.*

Stephens offers an attractive benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and medical package, paid time off, an Employee Assistance Program, 403b retirement with employer contribution, tuition waivers and tuition eligibility for undergraduate classes for dependents.