Junior Accountant

Posting Details Posting Number:
H0497P

Classification:
Part-time hourly

Position Number:

Position Title:
Junior Accountant

Status of Position:
Temporary

FLSA:
Non Exempt

Position Summary:
Supports the daily financial operations of the Colleges Financial Services Office. Responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, performing reconciliations, processing transactions, and assisting with compliance and reporting functions. The role collaborates with internal departments to ensure the integrity of financial data and adherence to institutional policies and procedures.

Reporting Relationship:
Direct Reporting relationship to the Assistant Controller

Essential Responsibilities:

• Account Reconciliation: Perform full reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts, ensuring General Ledger (GL) balances align with subsidiary ledgers and external documentation.

• Historical Research: Utilize limited, inquiry-only access to the Colleague ERP to research transaction history and verify account activity (e.g., utilizing screens such as GLTB or similar lookup tools).

• Audit Workpaper Development: Independently create standardized, cross-referenced audit lead sheets and supporting schedules in Microsoft Excel.

• Adjustment Documentation: Identify and document all required Adjusting Journal Entries (AJEs). Provide a detailed log for Institution staff to review and enter.

• Assist with month-end closing processes and supporting schedules.

• Assist with audit preparation and provide requested documentation.

• Support special projects and aid across accounting functions as needed

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
2. Working knowledge of Ellucian / Colleague
3. Working knowledge with Microsoft Excel, specifically Pivot Tables
4. Experience in working with a year end audit, either as an auditor or as staff within the accounting department

Preferred Qualifications:
1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Higher Education Fund Accounting.

2. Familiarity with Ellucian Colleague (specifically GL inquiry functions) is preferred but not required if the candidate has strong experience with other higher-ed ERPs.

3. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit file organization.

Ability to work independently

Anticipated Work Hours and Days:
10:00a.m. 3:00 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Salary:
$25 per hour

Benefits:
N/A

Posting Date:
04/27/2026

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:
All applications must be submitted electronically on the website.