Junior Accountant

Junior AccountantCamden County College (CCC) is a leading two-year community College with campuses in Blackwood, Cherry Hill and Camden, New Jersey. In addition, the college operates a Regional Emergency Training Center to educate and train police and fire academy professionals as well as a partnership with the Joint Health Sciences Center in the Camden City educational hub. The college is proud of its status as a Hispanic-serving and military friendly institution. As a leading employer in the region, CCC offers dynamic opportunities for educators, academic leaders, and professionals who are passionate about shaping the future of education and workforce development. Joining CCC means becoming part of a mission-driven institution that values diversity, innovation, and excellence. Our faculty and administrative teams are dedicated to student success, academic rigor, and community engagement, making CCC an exciting and rewarding place to work. Choose CCC for competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including health, retirement and tuition assistance.Location - Blackwood CampusDepartment - Finance & PlanningDays and Hours - AY:M-F 8:30-4:30; SMR: M-Thur 8:00-5:00Position Goals - The Junior Accountant will report directly to the Executive Director of Accounting Operations and will provide for the orderly and efficient recording and reporting of financial data in accordance with federal, state and local requirements. The Junior Accountant will provide fiscal and managerial control of institutional accounts in conformity with AICPA Audit guidelines and in accordance with the mission and purpose of Camden County College. The Junior Accountant will remain consistent with Camden County College's acknowledgement of the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community's traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community. We manifest this commitment through our innovative, strategic and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, in our workplaces and society.Job Description - Assist the Executive Director of Accounting Operations in maintaining the accounting records for all unrestricted and restricted funds of the College. Assist the Executive Director of Accounting Operations with the year-end closing and audit process. Record receipts and issue checks for Student government and Athletic funds. Analyze the budget to actual for Student government and Athletic funds. Assist in the development of new data systems (new releases in some cases) and enhancement of existing data systems. Assist in the preparation of billings to the County for capital projects. Enter Data into Finance Enterprise as requested. Retrieve invoices and supporting documentation necessary for financial reporting, internal audits, and grantor invoicing. Assist the Finance and Planning department as needed. Assist in Maintaining the interfaces between the student systems and the finance system. Responsibility for carrying out all other additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Accounting Operations.Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. One to three years progressive work experience in accounting and educational experience preferred. Strong experience with computerized financial systems. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong automated system experience including Word and Excel.Benefits - Camden County College offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees that includes medical, prescription, dental plans, life insurance, short & long-term disability, retirement plans, and a flexible spending account. The College also offers a generous paid time off policy, as well as paid holiday time. Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, tuition waiver programs and professional development opportunities.