Accountant

Company: Corban University
Location: Salem
Posted on: June 10, 2021

Job Description:

ACCOUNTANT

DEPARTMENT: Financial Services

REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Accounting

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt/Full-Time

SALARY RANGE: $40,000-43,000

Revised September 2020

Corban University is a private comprehensive university of liberal arts, ministry, and professional studies with a mission to educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ. All employees are expected to model servant leadership in all aspects of their work. Corban values and recruits for a workforce that is diverse in gender, age, ethnicity, race, and/or ability, and seeks employees who will interact with the Corban community in a way that reflects a commitment to cultural proficiency. Where permitted by law and consistent with the schools history, mission, and core values, Corban exercises religious preference throughout the University. Employees must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, agree with the University Statement of Faith, evidence a mature Christian faith, and be an active member of a Bible-believing, Gospel-preaching local church.

MISSION: To educate Christians who will make a difference in the world for Jesus Christ.

SUMMARY: The Accountant supports the Financial Services department in day-to-day operations by streamlining processes and providing timely, accurate financial information. The Accountant is responsible for generating reports, monthly reconciliations, creating journal entries, assembling supporting documentation, assisting with financial statement preparation and audit support, including drafting related disclosures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Enter journal entries and supporting documentation into the accounting software.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing, including required reversing entries.
• Ensure that recurring journal entries are changed or terminated as appropriate.
• Manage Fixed Asset records.
• Provide support for Accounts Payable.
• Assist in preparing for routine audits.
• Prepare work papers for annual audit.
• Assist in drafting footnotes to the financial statements.
• Assist with IRS Form 990.
• Verify that transactions and records are in compliance with policies and procedures, as well as federal and state law.
• Provide high-quality customer service to internal and external customers.
• Ensure that best practices are observed to maintain fiscal and operational integrity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• High proficiency with Excel, including ability to generate reports and perform data analysis.
• Understanding of accounting fundamentals and best practices.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines, attend to details, and multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Proven commitment to accuracy and detail.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business materials, technical procedures and governmental regulations are essential.
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material with a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates good judgement, displays initiative, and a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrated customer service abilities and comfort working with diverse constituents.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Formal education and/or coursework in accounting, finance, business or related field (Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business or related field preferred).
• Minimum one year of accounting experience, including general ledger and reporting experience required.
• Experience with Abila MIP accounting software preferred.
• Team player with ability to also work independently.
• Evangelical Christian commitment and lifestyle consistent with the Universitys mission as described in our Statement of Faith.
• Candidates should value an environment that reflects the diversity of Gods kingdom, engages in global concerns and connects culturally.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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