Senior Accountant

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The Senior Accountant is primarily responsible for the day-to-day operations and administration of accounting services including timely, accurate and complete transaction processing, account analysis, reconciliations, and other accounting activities of all State Local and Federal programs including Financial Aid. The Senior Accountant is responsible for monitoring and reconciling the College's four complex main operating bank accounts and for monitoring and reporting the Financial Aid and Loan Fund accounts which include posting due to/from transactions for Financial Aid and Department of Education allocation drawdowns. Other responsibilities include the creation of year end revenue accrual and the annual unclaimed property escheatment process. Additional Ad Hoc reporting projects to provide data to outside agencies as well as other College departments. Assist in preparing the College's Financial Statements which are distributed to the College's Board of Directors. Lastly, the Senior Accountant acts as the backup to the Assistant Controller in his/her absence.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and a minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting experience.

• Must possess strong computer skills with a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, most importantly Excel (Database reporting experience helpful).

• Candidates must possess strong customer service, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Must be a hands-on team player and can work independently to complete multiple time-sensitive assignments and willing to work across departments to solve problems.

• Professional background should show a clear progression of increasing level of accounting responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in accounting with a minimum of two years' progressive experience in accounting.

• Workday experience.

Salary Range $55,660 - $71,153 (commensurate with experience)

Application

Apply online at: https://bucks.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/BCCC

Applications must consist of a letter of application addressing this specific position and the candidate's interest and qualifications for coming to Bucks County Community College, resume/CV, and a list of five professional references. References will not be contacted without prior permission. Finalists may be asked to provide additional materials.

Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Benefits

Bucks County Community College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, 403B pension plan, life insurance, short & long-term disability, generous paid time off, tuition waivers, tuition assistance, wellness center, cafeteria, and free parking on a beautiful Bucks County campus.

We are proud to be an organization that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Please Note: At this time, the College does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment at Bucks County Community College, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.Bucks County Community College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.