Accountant

The accountant position supports the financial operations of the institution by performing a variety of accounting reconciliation reporting and compliance functions. This role assists in maintaining accurate financial records processing transactions supporting budget activities and ensuring compliance with institutional policies generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable federal and state regulations. The accountant position collaborates with faculty staff students and external stakeholders to support the financial integrity of the institution.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounting and Financial Operations

Prepare and process journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.

Reconcile bank accounts balance sheet accounts and subsidiary ledgers.

Assist with accounts payable and cash management activities.

Monitor and review financial transactions for accuracy and completeness.

Support month-end and year-end closing processes.

Maintain accounting records and supporting documentation in accordance with institutional policies.

Financial Reporting

Assist in preparing financial statements reports and schedules.

Compile and analyze financial data for departmental and institutional reporting.

Support budget preparation monitoring and variance analysis.

Generate reports for management auditors and regulatory agencies as needed.

Compliance and Audit Support

Ensure compliance with GAAP institutional policies and governmental regulations.

Assist with annual financial audits and provide supporting documentation.

Support grant accounting and restricted fund reporting where applicable.

Maintain internal controls and identify opportunities for process improvements.

Customer Service and Collaboration

Respond to inquiries from faculty staff students and vendors regarding financial transactions.

Work collaboratively with departments across campus to resolve accounting issues.

Provide guidance on financial procedures and documentation requirements.

Other Duties

Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives.

Perform other accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting standing walking and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are required.

MENTAL DEMANDS: The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents) detailed work confidentiality language math reasoning oral communications written communications customer contact multiple concurrent tasks constant interruptions and performing calculations when necessary.

About Assumption University:

St. John Paul II wrote: Mans creation by God in his own image confers upon every human person an eminent dignity; it also postulates the fundamental equality of all human beings. Assumption University recognizes the essential contribution of a diverse community of students staff and faculty and condemns all forms of harassment discrimination and disrespect.

As such and in compliance with the requirements of federal law and/or the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Assumption University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color national origin religion disability age veteran status marital status gender gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy as well as other legally protected status in admission to access to treatment in or employment in its programs and activities except where such conditions may constitute bona fide qualifications for the programs or activities in question.

Bachelors degree in accounting

2 years of accounting experience.

Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a higher education environment.

Familiarity with fund accounting and grant accounting.

Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) Colleague system used in higher education.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Understanding of GAAP and basic accounting practices.

Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.