GL Accountant

Position Information Posting Number Posting Number AS546P Position Title Position Title GL Accountant Contract Length 12 months Class Summary Performs a broad scope of professional accounting activities requiring experienced, professional knowledge and application of accounting and General Ledger (GL) reconciliation accounting principles and practices. Performs a wide range of detailed/complex accounting and advisory functions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, pronouncements from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board and the Financial Accounting Standards Board. Provides backup and support to the Controller and Accounts Payable staff, as required. Candidates Eligible to Apply Candidates Eligible to Apply Internal/External Position Type Position Type Exempt Staff Employment Status Employment Status Full Time Position Funding Type Position Funding Type Regular Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, and two (2) years maintaining and reconciling general ledger accounts with progressive accounting experience, and two (2) years preparing and posting journal entries for accruals, prepaids, reclasses, month-end adjustments and month-end close. Preferred Education/Training/Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a Finance, four (4) years maintaining and reconciling general ledger and bank accounts, four (4) years preparing and posting journal entries for accruals, prepaids, reclasses, month-end adjustments and month-end close, and one (1) year working experience with Ellucian: Colleague-Financial. Understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ( GAAP ) Understanding of Government Accounting Standards Board ( GASB ) regulations Understanding of Financial Accounting Standards Board ( FASB ) regulations Minimum two (2) years’ General Ledger Accounting experience Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet month end deadlines Demonstrated experience with month-end close, preparing journal entries, and account reconciliations Minimum 1-2 years’ experience performing monthly bank reconciliations and researching and resolving outstanding checks, unidentified deposits, and other reconciling items Ability to independently identify discrepancies and coordinate resolutions with AP, AR, Banking Institutions, and/or other business units Ability to reconcile fixed and capital asset accounts and reporting Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently Use of computers and related word processing and spreadsheet software application programs Preparing detailed reports on a timely basis Interpreting financial records and statements Basic knowledge and experience in supervision Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public. Preferred Knowledge & Skills Minimum four (4) years’ General Ledger Accounting experience Proficiency in Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP , and ERP accounting systems Minimum four (4) years’ experience performing monthly bank reconciliations and researching and resolving outstanding checks, unidentified deposits, and other reconciling items Experience reconciling fixed and capital asset accounts and knowledge of fixed asset capitalization policies and depreciation methodologies Experience supporting external audits and schedules Licensing/Certification Requirements None Job Duties Perform regular, monthly, quarterly, and annual general ledger account reconciliations and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner. Prepare and review bank reconciliations, researching and resolving outstanding transactions and discrepancies. Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries to ensure accurate and timely posting of budget transfers, benefit reallocation, and other financial transactions. Monthly reconciliation of fixed and capital asset reports ensuring activity is accurately recorded and supported. Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process by meeting established deadlines and ensuring the accuracy of account balances. Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Operations, Banking Institutions, and other departments to investigate and resolve accounting issues. Assist with the preparation of financial statements, management reports, and regulatory filings as assigned. Review balance sheet accounts to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely resolution of outstanding items. Maintain accurate documentation and reconciliation workpapers in accordance with company retention policies. Perform other duties, special projects, and ad hoc financial analysis, as assigned. Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require: stooping, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Minimum Salary Range Minimum Salary Range $49,692 Mid Point Salary Range Mid Point Salary Range . Maximum Salary Range Maximum Salary Range $62,115 Posting Open Date Posting Open Date 08/11/2026 Posting Close Date Posting Will Be Open Until Filled Posting Will Be Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status. College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992. 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