Accountant II

Jackson, MO - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 48282 - 60352

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Accountant II

Institution:Jackson State Community College

Job Summary

Prepare budgets and ensure that financial data is presented correctly and timely.

Job Duties

Generate institutions budgets.

Prepare financial statements for the Foundation.

Prepare and post monthly departmental charges.

Prepare quarterly reports.

Reconcile monthly bank statements.

Prepare Form 990.

Prepare indirect cost report.

Prepare grant activity schedules.

Provide financial data to IPEDS for institution.

Post entries pertinent to budget revisions.

Make correcting entries to the general ledger.

Prepare budget data and financial data for binding and distribution.

Analyze financial data to be used in the decision-making process.

Provide answers to questions related to budget and financial statements posed by internal and external sources.

Serve as a liaison to the Foundation.

Perform research for consistency and accuracy and to ensure that the institution is in compliance with policies and procedures.

Maintain actual and budgeted data for payroll.

Reconcile monthly payroll reports.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors degree and two years of general accounting experience

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or a related field.
Three or more years of experience in accounting budgeting or financial reporting preferably in a higher education or nonprofit environment.
Experience preparing and analyzing financial statements budgets and grant reports.
Experience with government or foundation reporting requirements (e.g. Form 990 IPEDS indirect cost reporting).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Strong interpersonal and public relations communication skills; ability to effectively communicate using written and verbal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Banner database software knowledge or experience is a plus.
Ability to perform complex accounting calculations.
Reasoning ability required in decision-making applying relevant policies procedures guidelines and regulations and performing various tasks.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Office administration time management organizational and scheduling skills required. Knowledge of GAAP budget management and financial accounting. Must be able to exercise ethics and maintain confidentiality.

Physical Demands / Working Conditions

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Prolonged periods of standing at times
Prolonged screen time
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
Repetitive Movement

Pay Rate: $48282 - $60352 (Annual salary depending on eligible experience which is defined by the current compensation plan.)

Position Close Date:Open until filled. For best consideration please apply by 12/13/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To be considered for this position you must submit an application. Prior applications will not be used to fill this vacancy.

A completed satisfactory background check will be required before hire.

Title: Accountant IIInstitution:Jackson State Community CollegeJob SummaryPrepare budgets and ensure that financial data is presented correctly and timely.Job Duties Generate institutions budgets. Prepare financial statements for the Foundation. Prepare and post monthly departmental charges. Prepare...