Staff Accountant

Job Description:

Position Summary:

This position provides broad professional level support necessary to the successful operation of the accounting function in the Business Office including ensuring operating compliance with policy & procedures, maintaining knowledge of operations at the college, and ability to identify and correct any internal control weaknesses.


Essential Functions of the Position:

1. Processes Accounts Payable invoices and student refunds
2. Completes Fixed Asset Management within the Sage Accounting system with proper classification and placement of fixed assets, processing depreciation and completing applicable journal entries, proper removal of disposed fixed assets and recording of any gain/loss, prepares and maintains detailed construction schedules for CIP accounts, and prepares all fixed asset supporting schedules for the annual audit.
3. Debt Management including monthly preparation of debt wires to applicable banks, recording of debt payments in the general ledger, and preparation of annual debt management schedules.
4. Create valuation of stock gifts and records stock sales in the general ledger with any corresponding gain/loss. Maintain summary worksheet.
5. Treasury functions including: preparation of all wire transfers in the on-line banking system, identifying and resolving positive pay issues as the bank back-up for the Accounting Manager when they are out of the office.
6. Off Campus Programs including: assisting with budget preparation for all off campus trips, setting up Touchnet web pages to advertise the trips, collecting of all monies for the trip, and reconciling the off-campus trip with trip leader.
7. Monthly accounting of all Agency Accounts.
8. Prepares invoices for monthly charges incurred by Foodservice, Greeks and other outside constituents. Collects on outstanding invoices and records in the general ledger.
9. Reconcile credit cards and post transactions to the general ledger. Preparation of special audit schedules as requested.
10. Provides oversight of the work study budget to ensure funding levels and requirements are met.
11. Oversight of oil and gas invoices and payments.
12. Assist with process improvements in payroll and business office.
13. Provides back-up for the Accounting Manager and assists other team members as needed.

Professional Expectations:

1. Uphold and model the mission, vision, and values of the College in all professional endeavors.
2. Adhere to the policies and procedures of the College.
3. Maintains professionalism in actions, communication, and behavior in every aspect of the position.
4. Attends and completes any required training, certifications, or other professional development.

Requirements:

Required Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to prioritize and exercise independent judgement in high pressure situations while maintaining composure and a professional demeanor.
2. Extensive knowledge of accounting related laws and regulations.
3. Skilled at processing a high volume of transactions with accuracy and superior attention to detail.
4. Excellent customer service communication skills when answering questions from staff and students.
5. Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
6. Intellectual curiosity to pursue opportunities for improving efficiency.

Required Experience & Education:

1. Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred.
2. A minimum of three to five years of experience in the accounting field.
3. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
4. Recent experience with Microsoft Office products with advanced Excel Skills.
5. Experience with Colleague a plus.

Physical Requirements:

1. Primarily sedentary work in an office setting.
2. The ability to navigate to various buildings on campus for meetings, training, and other College gatherings.
3. Use of office equipment including computers, printers, copiers with lifting of less than 20lb occasionally to fill machines or move files.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. All applications/resumes must be submitted through this online process. We regret that we are unable to accept applications or resumes submitted by mail, email, or fax. As you are submitting your application via this online process, please be sure to provide an accurate email address. You will then receive an acknowledgment indicating your application materials have been received.

Marietta College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. Marietta College does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.