Staff Accountant
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$ 60000 - 70000
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Job Description
Williams College is excited to announce an opening for a Staff Accountant reporting to the AssistantController in the Finance Department. As a member of the Finance Office team the Staff Accountant will support the fiscal operation and all financial planning functions of the college. This includes all general accounting processes financial close internal and external reporting audit tax and compliance filings. This position performs the expanded accounts payable functions including supplier administration invoice processing Pcard reconciliation expense report and expense reimbursement audit and related processes. As a Staff Accountant this role shares in the responsibilities of the monthly quarterly and annual reporting processes including data validation account reconciliations and preparing schedules. They will partner in the evaluation of current operations and in advancing improvements for a better user experience accuracy and access to information and financial efficiency. This may include supporting the evaluation of technology system configuration and process improvement initiatives. This position has a substantial customer service orientation as it supports the Williams community as they navigate these processes.
Williams is deeply committed to diversity equity inclusion and accessibility. The successful candidate will excel at working in a community that is broadly diverse with regard to race ethnicity socioeconomic status gender nationality sexual orientation and religion.
Hybrid onsite/remote work arrangements may be available with approval for employees based in NY MA CT or VT; subject to review and revision as policy evolves.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
College Payments:
Process accounts payable including OCR invoice review coding/approval validation and payment initiation.
Manage AP email prepare ad hoc payments and support payment inquiries.
Support supplier registration verify information and manage 1099/1042 reporting configuration and updates.
PCard & Expense Reimbursements:
Assist users with PCard and expense report submissions.
Audit expense reports and administer the PCard program including fraud response.
Closing Processes:
Support monthly quarterly and annual closings through account reconciliations correcting entries and other tasks.
Reconcile vendor/payee activity for 1099/1042 filings and produce related forms.
Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries.
Operational Accounting:
Perform accounting adjustments (invoices expense reports reimbursements).
Prepare internal funding entries and research accounting issues.
Banking:
Maintain outstanding check list and support the escheatment process.
Assist with bank postings and reconciliation; serve as CashPro backup.
Other:
Participate in team activities provide backup support and perform other duties as needed.
Qualifications:
Associates degree or equivalent with 12 years experience required 5 years of experience preferred.
Strong technical financial operation and accounting skills.
Excellent customer service problem solving and time management skills.
Experience working with complex ERP and accounting systems.
Strong computer skills including advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency in greater Microsoft suite proficiency in Google tools; knowledge of Workday preferred.
Skills should include: excellent organizational interpersonal and communication; strong attention to detail and accuracy; strong quantitative skills; good judgment discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to interact with diverse constituencies; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously; ability to work as part of a team and independently.
Application review will begin on May 7 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Pay range is from $60000 to $70000 commensurate with experience.
This fulltime position is eligible for Williams Colleges robust benefits package designed to support you in your work and overall health and visit to apply.
Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant including the completion of a criminal record check and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments promotions and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race color sex national origin religion age disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or military service.
Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for nondiscrimination Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live learn and thrive. As part of this commitment we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone ator email at .
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
