Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant
Location: Talladega, AL
Salary: $45-60K
Direct Hire Opportunity!
Kelly Services has recently partnered with an esteemed higher education organization to find a Staff Accountant to join their team. The ideal candidate will be focusing on budgeting and grants for the college. Apply today for immediate consideration!
Responsibilities

• Maintain general ledger; reconcile bank accounts on a monthly basis.
• Verify cash receipts and disbursements to agree with bank statements of the College and prepare journal entries appropriately.
• Receive funds, (cash, checks and credit cards) from student, faculty, grantors, banks and other sources; record receipts for preparation of bank deposits.
• Assist the external auditors with preparation of audit schedules.
• Inventory all physical assets.
• Prepare schedules for contributions and the Endowment; and ensure proper recording of long- and short-term debt of the College.
• Prepare schedules for funds in Trust and Estates.
• Assist with reconciliation of receivables and accounts payable; payroll and cash disbursement accounts; prepare tax schedules; prepare special reports as needed; maintain/update policies and procedures manual.
• Respond to accounting questions from departments and operating units.
• Maintain a pleasant and professional attitude in the daily contact with students, parents, faculty, staff and other constituencies.
• Assist with the budgeting process.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or a closely related field.
• Master's degree or CPA desirable.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of fund accounting in an academic environment.
• Ability to exercise critical human relations skills and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of various business software, as well as ERM systems.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

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