Staff Accountant

Staff AccountantTo assist in the management, monitoring and implementation of the overall accounting and administrative functions necessary for college operations. Assist the CFO and Controller in the preparation of the internal financial reports.Essential Functions:Participate in the preparation of various financial statements and reports.Assist in the development of improving existing systems as well as the establishment of new controls.Assist with the maintenance of the general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivable, revenue distribution, depreciation, cost, fixed assets, and operating expense.Performs general accounting functions such as researching errors, performing adjustment entries, and monitoring general ledger transactions.Perform timely month-end and year-end closeout processes, including bank reconciliations.Management of all non-student accounts receivable.Reviews bi-weekly payrolls (exempt & non-exempt) prior to processing.Perform monthly bank reconciliations.Preparation of monthly Sales Tax Returns and monthly/quarterly State Unemployment Tax data upload through mytaxillinois.gov.Process and/or disseminate calendar year end IRS 1099 Series Forms, Forms W-2 and Forms 1098-T.Assist with preparation of annual audit, 990 and 403b audit.Assist with external reporting including, but not limited to IPEDS, NCAA, and other grantors.Prepare monthly budget to actuals for budget managers.Other duties as assigned.Supervisory Requirements: None required.Education: Essential: Bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college or university in accounting, finance or related field, or equivalent combination of experience and education. Desirable: Master's in business administration from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of experience and education.Experience: Essential: 2 – 3 years previous experience with daily business office accounting functions. Desirable: Higher education or nonprofit experience.Licenses/Certifications: Desirable: Certified Public Accountant "CPA" or Certified Management Accountant "CMA"Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:Effective communication abilities including the ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents as well as the ability to write documents in an articulate style.Computer knowledge within the area of assigned responsibilityAbility to operate standard office equipmentAn exemplary character as well as a strong code of ethics.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Proficient in Blackbaud's Financial Edge and Raiser's Edge, Jenzabar suite (Sonis, Financial Aid), Paycor and Microsoft Office ProductsEqual Employment Opportunity Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk or sit. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.Work Schedule: Normal workdays are Monday through Friday 8:00AM to 5:00PM, including one hour allocated for lunch.Target Salary Range: $40,000 to $47,500 annuallyBenefits: Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents.