Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

This is a non-exempt full-time position and must adhere to the Mount Marty University handbook(s). The Staff Accountant provides essential support for the University's accounting functions. The Staff Accountant will work closely with the VP for Finance regarding university accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and audit preparation.

Duties and Responsibilities

System Administration

• Assist in the administration of Anthology Finance by learning to configure financial codes, supporting the maintenance of the chart of accounts, and assisting with user security

Financial Reporting

• Prepare materials for annual Financial Statement and Financial Aid Single Audit
• Gather information for annual reporting and tax filings, including 990, IPEDs, and other federally required reports
• Prepare and process accurate and timely invoices for federal, state, and private grants by compiling all necessary supporting documentation to ensure expenditures align with grantor guidelines and University policy
• Serve as a primary point of contact for the campus community regarding budget-to-actual inquiries

Financial Reconciliation

• Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll to ensure accurate and timely monthly close and reconciliation processes
• Maintain Fixed Asset & Depreciation schedules and balance sheet reconciliations
• Coordinate with the Financial Aid office on all Business Office transactions, including drawing federal funds and reconciling aid disbursements

Other Duties

• File sales and quarterly payroll reports timely
• Participate in special projects as assigned
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Vice President for Finance and Administration

Required Skills and Competencies

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; Anthology Finance preferred

Demonstrated customer service, multitasking, and confidentiality management skills

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Relevant accounting experience

Commitment to the mission and values of Mount Marty University

About MMU

Located on a beautifully maintained 80-acre campus along the bluffs of the Missouri River, Mount Marty's hallmark is outstanding teaching, small class size, and a strong commitment to the liberal arts in the Catholic, Benedictine tradition. The University has been noted regionally for its strong science programs. The campus is minutes away from Lewis & Clark Lake, one of South Dakota's most popular recreation areas, and is within driving distance of the Twin Cities and Omaha.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a letter of application, resume, and the name and e-mail addresses of three references. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. More detailed information about Mount Marty University, including the mission statement, can be found on our website.