Accounting Specialist

Bryant & Stratton College, United States

Updated: about 3 hours ago
Location: Richmond, VIRGINIA

Description

Job Title:  Accounting Specialist 

Location:  Systems Office, Orchard Park

Position: Non-exempt

Reports To:  Controller

Job Summary:

The Accounting Specialist is responsible for all aspects of the accounts payable process for the College, including but not limited to entering all vendor invoices, management of the vendor master file, management of all vendor communications and inquiries, payment processing, managing stale dated payments and reconciliations. Other responsibilities will include general ledger reconciliations, preparation and filing of sales tax returns, entering Continuing Education student payments, and preparation of annual 1099s. Other duties may be assigned as needed by the Senior Accounting Manager or Controller.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Enter all accounts payable invoices for general ledger distribution and payment.  Prepare general ledger reconciliations as needed.
  • Maintain vendor master file and manage all aspects of vendor communications.  Prepare vendor spend reports and manage all internal and external vendor invoice and payment inquiries.
  • Manage, process, and reconcile all payment files, including stale dated payments.
  • Prepare and process sales tax filings.  Manage and prepare annual 1099 files.
  • Enter Continuing Education payments into student receivable system and prepare reconciliation reports.

    • Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

    Qualifications:

    • Degree: 2-year degree in accounting or equivalent general ledger accounting and accounts payable processing experience. 
    • Experience: 1 year or more of general ledger accounting experience
    • Computer Skills:  Basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel; Basic skills in other Microsoft applications; Basic skills in Adobe Acrobat
    • Schedule availability: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday; overtime as needed during month-end close and annual audit.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills
    • Work well independently

    Preferred qualifications:

    • Computer Skills:  Oracle financial system, Banner

    Physical Demands and Work Environment:

    Position requires standing or sitting in a stationary position as well as the occasional need to lift, carry, push, and/or move objects up to 10 pounds.

    Position also requires the use of computer technology/equipment.

    Position requires the ability to hear conversations and receive information in person and over the telephone.

    Position requires the ability to convey detailed and important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly.

    Starting Salary: 

    $45,000 - 52,000 per year ($21.63 - $25.00 per hour)   

    This position is eligible for overtime.

    Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate’s actual base pay for this role will take into account a wide range of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. At Bryant & Stratton College, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Information about the total compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process.

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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