Staff Accountant

Jackson State University, United States

Updated: 3 days ago
Location: Jackson, MISSISSIPPI
Deadline: 22 May 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Posting Number S01726P
Position Title Staff Accountant
Department Business Office
FLSA
Salary Not listed.
Grant Funded No
Location Main Campus
Faculty, Staff, Admin or Student Staff
Number of Vacancies 1
Position Summary
The Business Office at Jackson State University is accepting applications for its Staff Accountant position.

Qualifications


Minimum Required Education
Bachelor’s degree from accredited four-year college or university with major in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Minimum Required Experience
Five (5) years of work experience in Accounting or Finance preferably in a college or university setting.
Minimum Required Licenses and/or Certifications
None.
Qualifications
See knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Strong customer support, computer and organizational skills
  • Experience with Banner Computer system a plus.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suites
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
  • Strong math, analytical, and reconciliation skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detailed-Oriented.
  • Able to work well under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Multi-tasker
  • Must be articulate, have a pleasant personality and able to work well with diverse groups
Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Reconcile operating and disbursement bank accounts
  • Monitor daily bank activity
  • Analyze and reconcile operating and general ledger accounts
  • Maintain operating and general ledger accounts
  • Assist in Month-End and Fiscal Year-End Close
  • Assist with preparation of financial statements and reports
  • Prepare financial statement schedules
  • Assist with financial audits
  • Other duties as assigned

Posting Detail Information


EEO Statement
Jackson State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status,protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Background Check Statement
Jackson State University is committed to providing a safe campus. JSU conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include reference checks, criminal history/record check and when appropriate a credit report or driving history report.
Open Date 05/08/2024
Close Date 05/22/2024
Open Until Filled (overrides close field) No
Special Instructions to Applicants

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