Accountant (hybrid potential)

: Under the direction of the Controller, this position will maintain the organization's fixed asset process, federal grant and third-party contracts, credit card usage, and the timely reconciliations of assigned general ledger accounts. It also supports and serves as the backup for payroll. In addition, it will assist in the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures, and be responsible for the daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly processing tasks as assigned. Essential Duties Summary

• Track, maintain, and reconcile all general ledger accounts related to accounts receivable, prepaids, unallocated expenses, and accrued liabilities. This will include updating all subsidiary schedules and working closely with other departments related to these accounts to ensure financial accuracy.

• Maintain all aspects of the fixed asset process including the FAS subsidiary system, tracking of assets, tracking of disposals, depreciation expense calculation and posting, general ledger reconciliation of both the fixed assets and accumulated depreciation, and monthly fixed asset/accumulated depreciation roll forward.

• Process federal grant and third-party revenue invoices in accordance with the contractual obligation including proper recording of revenue and expense, preparation and entering of journal entries as needed, and preparing reconciliations on a monthly basis.

• Support and serve as back up for the Payroll Process. This will include working closely with the Payroll Administrator on the weekly review of entries to ensure proper recording of labor hours, rates, and benefits to the organization's payroll tracking system, as well as ensuring proper calculations and uploading of retirement benefits.

• Assist with preparation of annual tax forms, audit support schedules, and financial surveys as needed.

Required Qualifications Experience

• Strong background in computer-based processes
• 1-3 years of general ledger reconciliation or accounting experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business-related program required

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong time management skills
• Ability to adapt to constant changes in priorities and tasks
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal, written and communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft office products

Preferred Qualifications

• Some payroll experience preferred.
• Banner experience preferred

EEO Statement

New England College prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed or religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, pregnancy, veteran's status or disability in regard to treatment, access to or employment in its programs and activities, in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), individuals with disabilities needing accommodation should contact the ADA Compliance Officer. New England College is committed to providing equal opportunity in all conditions of employment and creating a welcoming and supportive environment that celebrates diversity. If an imbalance is found to exist, the College will make good faith efforts to recruit, hire and promote persons underrepresented in the workplace.