Accountant

Job Description

Responsible for analyzing, maintaining, and recording of financial data for general ledger accounts involving the application of basic accounting principles. Responsible for calculating, posting and verification of financial data. Conducts special studies and develops or recommends accounting methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

Using generally accepted accounting principles, analyzes, records and processes a variety of accounting documents.

Evaluates, recommends and assists in the development and implementation of new or revised departmental policies and procedures.

Analyzes, maintains and records financial data for assigned general ledger accounts, periodically prepares reconciliations, and prepares both routine and complex reports.

Identifies problems and gathers evidence to draw logical conclusions and corresponding solutions.

Researches, prepares and posts journal entries to transfer funds or make corrections as needed.

Uses analytical skills to serve as resource to others in resolution of complex accounting problems and issues

Investigates department expenditure and budget questions.

Answers accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulation.

Creates various reports for outside auditors and federal, state and other agencies.

Evaluates supporting documentation, answers inquiries and prepares audit schedules with variance explanations for the annual audit.


Assists in maintaining and organizing College financial records.

Performs requested reviews of internal controls and recommends course of action.

May exercise considerable initiative in order to meet assigned objectives.

Researches and analyzes special projects as required.

Oversee the allocation and tracking of employee-related account balances in accordance with institutional policies.

Maintains records, and analyzes financial data for assigned general ledger accounts, periodically prepares reconciliations, and prepares both routine and ad hoc reports.

Records and prepares various tax agency returns.

Participates in quarterly Oracle Fusion ERP release testing, including validation of financial modules, workflows, and integrations to ensure system stability and compliance.

Develops and maintains documentation for ERP processes, configurations, and testing protocols.

Supports data integrity efforts by performing periodic audits and reconciliations of ERP-generated financial data.

Cross trains as back up for other staff members,.

Extracts and manipulates data needed for year-end accruals.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: B.A. in Accounting or five years of relevant experience required.

Experience: Minimum of three years of relevant experience required.

About Us

We are Harper College...the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation's premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago's northwest suburbs. The College's academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices.We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at:

About the Team

Financial Services, under the direction of the Controller, encompasses the business side of running the College.