Accounting Technician I (Engineering)

Accounting Technician I (Engineering)This fundamental/practical position handles the receipt, recording, and disbursement of funds and other financial transactions and records.Responsibilities/Duties/Functions/Tasks:Receives, records, prepares, and processes routine deposits and funds, including student accounts and e-commerce funds, for assigned departments of the CollegeDistributes payroll and other checks to departments across the CollegeProcesses credit card paymentsCompletes various monthly journal entriesProcesses invoices, including entering invoice data into Banner, printing and distributing checks, and filing invoicesCompletes wire and electronic funds transfersReviews entries, transactions, gift reconciliation, etc., in accordance with company policy & procedures and works with the end user to rectify any discrepancies.Maintains vendor tax information and prepares periodic reports and year-end tax formsPerforms end-user testing of Banner software upgrades related to assigned dutiesEnsures professional compliance with local, state, and federal law as applicable to department work, e.g., FERPA, HIPAAOther related duties as requiredRequired Skills:Excellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service and work in a team environmentMust be able to pass a job-related background check and be bondedMust demonstrate a high level of integrity and discretionQualifications and Education Requirements:Associate degree in accounting or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and/or experienceExperience working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervisionBasic knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAttention to detail, including experience performing accurate self-review of completed assignmentsPhysical Requirements:While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee will occasionally lift and/or push up to 40 lbs.It is the College's intention to fill job vacancies from within the College before hiring new employees, providing employees are available with the necessary qualifications. Internal candidates who make application within 3 working days following the posting, will be considered first. Applications from candidates not currently employed by the College will not be considered in the first 3 working days following the posting and will only be considered if there are no qualified internal applicants. Applicants must provide your Lafayette College ID number (L#). If you do not know your Lafayette College L number, please call Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.Applicants should submit a cover letter addressing relevant experience, a resume, and contact information for three professional references.