Staff Accountant
R00035560
Poughkeepsie, NY
Department
Accounting Services
Job Family
Administrator
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environment of transparency and respect for differences. We welcome
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Job Description
Position Summary:
The Accounting Services office provides essential fiscal services
to the College, including general accounting, financial reporting,
and compliance oversight. We ensure sound fiscal management,
careful resource stewardship, and deliver accurate, timely
financial data to enable strategic decision-making.
The Staff Accountant reports to the Associate Controller and is a
critical member of the Accounting Services team, supporting the
overall fiscal integrity of the College. This role plays an
essential part by managing key accounting functions, coordinating
with various departments by providing exceptional customer service,
and ensuring compliance with financial standards and regulatory
requirements. They are responsible for the accurate analysis,
reconciliation, and recording of the College's financial
activities. Staff Accountants are cross-trained in multiple
accounting functions to provide coverage and support across the
department.
Responsibilities:
- Perform accounting tasks for a wide-variety of the College's
operating and restricted funds including general ledger and
clearing account reconciliations and analysis, and monthly, annual,
and correcting journal entries.
Perform timely and accurate bank reconciliations for multiple
accounts, investigate and resolve reconciling items, and monitor
cash balances.
Oversee tracking and the accurate accounting for the College's
fixed assets and Capital Projects, including acquisitions,
disposals or retirements, transfers, overhead allocations, and
depreciation.
Collaborate with Project Managers to oversee and manage the
accounting of expenses and funding for all capital projects.
Collaborate with Facilities Operations, the Office of
Advancement, the Grants office, and the Budget Office to monitor
capital project funding, grant funding, gift funding, plant fund
activity, and related expenditures.
Review and reconcile monthly bond activity and prepare year-end
schedules for bond deposits and reserve funds, including compliance
with lender requirements and tax regulations.
Support fiscal year-end closing processes and audit activities
by preparing schedules, documentation, and responding to inquiries
within required deadlines.
Support annual IRS Form 990 preparation, including compiling
data, preparing schedules, and maintaining documentation.
Support continuous improvement and maintenance of the College's
ERP system.
Identify opportunities for workflow improvements, enhanced
controls, and increased efficiency.
Provide expert financial guidance and dedicated customer
support to College departments, ensuring the accurate accounting
and reporting of all financial activities.
Remain current on with IRS and accounting rules, regulations,
and guidance.
Required knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
- Experience in an accounting or business office.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP) and
financial analysis.
- Strong technical accounting skills, attention to detail and
problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with computer software applications including
Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written and oral communication and decision-making
skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage deadlines and
competing priorities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a
team environment.
- Ability to interact effectively with a diverse community.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Experience in higher education or other nonprofit
settings.
- Experience with Workday or similar ERP systems.
- Knowledge of GASB and/or FASB standards for nonprofit
organizations.
- Experience with fixed asset accounting and management, bond
accounting and debt compliance.
- Familiarity with investment and endowment accounting.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data
analysis).
Compensation:
The compensation for this position is $62,350 to $70,000 per
year.
When extending an offer, Vassar College considers factors such as
(but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position,
candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills,
internal peer equity, budget, and other market and organizational
considerations. The starting salary range represents the College's
good faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting.
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