Accountant
Lewis and Clark Community College

POSTING TEXT

Posting Number20110724Job TitleAccountantClassificationNon-Exempt StaffFLSANon-ExemptRate of Pay$42,950 / Commensurate with experienceType of PositionFull-TimeIf Part-Time, specify hours per weekIf Part-Time, specify number of weeksOrganizational UnitFinance-Accounting ServicesPosition Reports To (Title)Director of Payroll, Budget, and Fiscal OperationsScope of PositionThe purpose of this position is to prepare and examine financial activity and reports, ensuring that financial records are accurate and completed in a timely manner in accordance with generally accepted accounting procedures.Key Measurable ExpectationsPAYROLL

• Receive data from Human Resources, perform calculations on adjustments to pay, process timesheets, payroll deduction data, verify and balance payroll input.
• Process and balance direct deposits, annuities, SURS report, FICA-Medicare deductions, check requests, and journal entries.
• Balance calendar year to date deduction payments, process W-2's and distribute.
• Prepare Federal Income Tax, State Income Tax and wage report for the Illinois Department of Employment Security quarterly.

CASH DISBURSEMENTS / ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

• Review and process invoices for payment to vendor.
• Maintain vendor records and review for completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare and submit Internal Revenue Service Form 1099-Misc reporting at calendar year-end; Maintain compliance with changing regulations.

JOURNAL ENTRIES

• Prepare and review monthly, correcting and adjusting journal entries.

MONTHLY / FISCAL CLOSING

• Balance subsidiary journals with the general ledger and verify balances of interfund accounts.
• Update budgets for non-fixed restricted accounts.
• Prepare and distribute various monthly reports to program managers, prepare reports for Board of Trustees' approval, and assist auditors in their program reviews and annual institutional audits.
• Assist in Fixed Asset identification by maintaining a record/spreadsheet of potential taggable and capital items for management review and action.
• Monitor activity and prepare financial reports for interested parties on the Auxiliary Fund and the Strategic Plan.

BUDGET

• Review budgets, enter and verify data, confirm and approve budget adjustments as appropriate.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Assist with employee benefits, process invoices, account distribution and grant reports.
• Compare budgets with actual costs, analyzing and rectifying differences.

GRANTS AND GENERAL ACCOUNTING

• Maintain records, review encumbrances, prepare billings and analyze revenue and expenditures on assigned restricted programs and grants.
• Prepare manual internal reports for grants with various fiscal years that do not coincide with the college's fiscal year.
• Calculate and charge indirect costs. Prepare and submit financial reports, as necessary, to/for granting agencies.
• Work with grant managers on fiscal planning, external reporting, and administration of financial regulations; coordinate grant audits as needed.

FINANCIAL REPORTING

• Collect and prepare data to meet various reporting requirements of State, Federal and Local Government.
• Assist in financial responsibilities for related organizations, including cash receipts, disbursements, investment reconciliation, budgeting and board meeting attendance.
  
  STUDENT SERVICES
• Assist department team members in payment collection, billing and federal award administration as needed.
• Coordinate resolution of student issues; attend meetings on related topics.
• Prepare and submit Internal Revenue Service Form 1098-T Tuition Statement reporting at calendar year-end, maintaining compliance with changing regulations; Responding to student and parent inquiries regarding the statement requirements and contents while enforcing privacy laws.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with a major in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field
• Two year's of related experience
• Proficiency with 10-key Touch
• Data entry accuracy
• General business knowledge
• Technology skills, including experience with spreadsheets and word processing
• Analytical abilities
• Communication skills

Preferred QualificationsPhysical DemandsWork HoursMonday-Friday, 8:00-4:30 Open Date03/25/2024Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsEEO StatementLewis & Clark Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, LCCC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. It is also the policy of the College to prohibit any form of harassment based on an individual's protected status, such as gender, color, race, ancestry, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or other protected group status as defined by law. If interested, please contact the Human Resource Department, Erickson Hall - Room 107.ComplianceIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.


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1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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2. * What is the highest level of education attained?
   • GED
   • High School Diploma
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelors Degree
   • Masters Degree
   • PHD
3. * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
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   • 4-5
   • 6-7
   • 8+
4. * This position is located in Godfrey, IL. Are you willing to work in Godfrey, IL?
   • Yes
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5. * Are you a SURS annuitant?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Are you an affected SURS annuitant?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Are you legally authorized to work in the U.S.?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship?
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Reference 1
2. Letter of Reference 2
3. Letter of Reference 3
4. Other Document
5. Transcripts
6. HR added document

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