Accountant

Vanguard University • Full-time • Costa Mesa, California, United States • $65k - $70k / year • 3d ago

Position Summary: Reporting to the Controller, the Accountant will primarily work closely with the Assistant Controller in coordinating and processing of the University's monthly financial statements and reporting activities in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Essential Functions:

• Review and post daily cash activity including processing of check reconciliation file.

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.

• Provide monthly financial aid reconciliations.

• Provide monthly accounting of endowment funds.

• Post all journal entries including subledger transactions such as invoices, cash receipts, deposits, and financial aid.

• Prepare and record appropriate prepaid and accrual entries.

• Review and post monthly revenue, expense and budget transfers.

• Manage stale dated checks in line with policies and the escheatment process.

• Maintain and monitor various accounting ledgers and reconcile accounts routinely for appropriate activity and accuracy.

• Work with Human Resources to import and reconcile payroll tax and benefits from Paychex reports to general ledger.

• Responsible for semimonthly payroll positive pay uploads to the bank.

• Work with various departments to support the preparation of monthly financial reports and various schedules.

• Participate in month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Support interim and annual audits as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and accounting experience

• Knowledge of general accounting practices/procedures, especially as it relates to non-profit organizations

• Advanced level experience in MS Excel

• Must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality of accounting and personnel data

• Exhibit exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision; must have the ability to meet deadlines and maintain schedules

• Knowledge of relevant office procedures, terminology and the understanding of complex mathematical formulas

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; must be positive and highly collaborative

• Ability to convert and organize data into meaningful information with speed and accuracy

• Effectively maintain relationships with staff and faculty in a professional demeanor

• Knowledge and acceptance of mission and values of Vanguard University

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience working in higher education

• Experience with fund accounting

• Knowledge of and experience in Ellucian Colleague Software

• Knowledge of and experience in Fundriver Software

Salary: Full-time position, $65,000 - $70,000 (Annual). Salary is commensurate with education and experience and includes a generous benefits package.

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6255569

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