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Rio Grande, TX - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is seeking a Staff Accountant in the Business/Finance Office. This fulltime administrative position is offered with a comprehensive benefit package including health insurance retirement life and disability insurance paid leave educational benefits and all other benefits associated with a fulltime employment. The position is available immediately.

Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the University Controller the Staff Accountantis responsible for gathering compiling and entering financial data into the accounting system. The Staff Accountant also supports the Controller in various general accounting responsibilities ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies.

Essential Duties:
  • Journal Entries & Data Compilation: Compile financial information and prepare monthly journal entries using billing service reports and bank statements.
  • Daily Imports & Processing: Handle the daily import and processing of financial data from payroll and student information systems into the finance system ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Bank Reconciliations: Review and reconcile all bank accounts to the general ledger ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
  • Endowed Scholarship Reporting: Compile and reconcile Endowed Scholarship Reports to ensure proper fund allocation and compliance.
  • Endowment Expense Reporting: Compile reconcile and generate monthly reports for endowment expenses.
  • Daily Posting Review: Review daily posting reports to ensure the accurate deposit of all payments.
  • Cash Flow Reporting: Compile information for cash flow projections and compare with actual expenses.
  • Fixed Assets Management: Compile information for fixed assets record and reconcile additions and disposals to Accounts Payable (AP) or the General Ledger.
  • Vendor Records & 1099 Processing: Maintain vendor records and assist with filing annual 1099 forms.
  • Budget Transfers: Process and record budget transfers between accounts ensuring compliance with financial policies and budgetary controls.
  • Additional Reporting: Perform other duties to assist the Controller with financial reporting and analysis as needed.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including record keeping and filing systems.
  • Knowledge of modern business communications including style and format of letters memoranda reports and documents.
  • Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and policies.
  • Knowledge of personal computers and associated software.
  • Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
  • Ability to write clearly or otherwise communicate with technical accuracy.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
  • Ability to establish priorities work independently and proceed with objectives without supervision.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors coworkers constituents and public.
  • Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems.
Position Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting or related field 3 to 5 years of related experience (or combination of education and experience); basic knowledge of accounting principles and methods; strong knowledge and experience with computer and software applications (including Microsoft Office); and excellent oral and written communication skills required. Candidates must be willing to participate in special training programs and classes (as required) and demonstrate an ability to work with a diverse population establish priorities and work independently in a fastpaced office environment.

Application Instructions:
For consideration please submit a cover letter (detailing their interest and qualifications) current resume as well as the names and contact information of at least three 3 references through the Universitys online application portal.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position is open until filled. Background check and official transcripts required prior to hire. For additional information about Rio please visit:www.rio.

The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is Americas unique private/public institution of higher education designed to provide learners the opportunity to attain a highquality highvalue education. Our personalized learnercentered environment promotes successful lives careers and responsible citizenship. The campus of the university and community college is nestled in the rolling hills of southeastern Ohio and is adjacent to the original Bob Evans Farms and Homestead in Rio Grande. Rio is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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Staff IC

Employment Type

Full-Time

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