Boston, Massachusetts
Staff Accountant, AP Job Opening in Boston, Massachusetts - Title: Staff Accountant
Department: Finance and Administration Bay State College
Bay State College is a private career-focused college founded in 1946 in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston. With a Mission to prepare students for successful careers and global citizenship through academic rigor and individualized support, Bay State College seeks candidates who will be leaders in fulfilling that Mission.
Reports to: Vice President of Administration and Finance
Interacts with: All levels of the College Staff at Bay State College & Outside vendors
Position Summary:
The overall objective of the Finance Department is to provide operational and financial management support to all Staff and Faculty across 2 campus locations. This position will play a pivotal role in reviewing financial transactions, processing student stipends and refunds, monitoring budgets, reconciling data, and producing financial reports. This position requires great attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and a working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
Key Job Elements:
Maintain various subsidiary ledgers on a daily basis
Collect and distribute invoices and approvals from budget managers on a weekly basis
Work with managers and vendors to manage invoices and seek contract improvements
Run weekly check runs and pay vendors
Reconcile corporate card activity and prepare expense report accruals
Review and process student deposit refund checks per Federal regulations
Prepare financial statements and account analysis
Assist in monthly accounting close, including general ledger entry preparation
Assist in the preparation of the budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans
Prepare accounting records for GAAP audit and Title IV compliance audit
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, faculty, students and vendors
Provide administrative support through correspondences, collection of data, respond to incoming requests from vendors and staff
Document/Maintain policies and procedures
Other special projects as assigned
Position Specifications:
Minimum Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
Minimum 2-4 years of student financial service experience required.
Knowledge of student financial terminology, financial aid regulations and enrollment process
Knowledge of GAAP
Proficient using Microsoft Excel and Word.
Exceptional organizations skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize.
Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills to both internal and external customers.
It is the policy of Bay State College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $50,000.00 to $52,000.00 /year
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Accounting: 2 years
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