Accountant I

Kent State; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A university institution in the United Kingdom is seeking an Accountant I to assist in various accounting functions such as reconciling accounts, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field and strong communication skills. This is a full-time entry-level position, ideal for recent graduates.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Intermediate knowledge of automated financial systems and personal computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and balance general ledger subsidiary accounts.
• Review accounts for coding errors and investigate accounting errors.
• Monitor grant funds and prepare journal vouchers.
• Assist in preparing reports and financial statements.
• Participate in assisting independent auditors.
• Respond to inquiries regarding budget activity and accounting documents.
• Recommend changes in accounting systems and policies.
• May supervise students and provide functional guidance.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title

Accountant I

Physical Location

Kent Campus - Kent OH

Salary

$42,357.00 - $46,231.14

Basic Function

Assist in the accounting function by preparing financial statements and other financial information; reconciling and balancing Kent State University accounts and various bank accounts; assist university personnel and independent auditors and assist with outside agencies. This is an entry level learning accounting position normally occupied by a recent college graduate. Reports to Senior Accountant.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile and balance general ledger subsidiary accounts, financial statements, etc.; prepare journal entries; make adjustments to general ledger and subsidiary accounts as necessary.
• Review accounts for coding keying or other errors; investigate accounting errors; research transactions and resolve problems; monitor balances.
• Monitor grant funds (e.g., determine if funds are available, expenditures properly coded, expenditures allowable under grant guidelines); prepare invoices, journal vouchers, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, financial statements and other documents for federal, state and outside agencies and for internal accounting and auditing.
• Participate in assisting independent auditors (e.g., provide information, explain supporting materials and procedures, prepare and compile necessary data).
• Assist in responding to inquiries from University departments concerning budget activity, proper expenditure coding, preparation of accounting documents, establishing new accounts and accounting related activities.
• Participate in recommending changes in accounting systems, policies and procedures.
• May supervise students and/or provide functional guidance of support staff or other employees who work on a project or assignment on a temporary or intermittent basis.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business or relevant field.

Knowledge of

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting practices.
• Personal computer applications.

Skills

• Written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to

Intermediate ability and knowledge of automated financial systems and personal computer applications: word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet and email.

Preferred Qualifications

• Assessments: (asterisk) indicate knowledge skills abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Light work – exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus occasionally.

Must Pass a Security Check

Must pass a security check.

Employment Information

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Experience: years
• Vacancy: 1
• Monthly Salary: $42,357 - $46,231

Key Skills

• Internal Audit, Accounting Tally, General Ledger Accounting, External Audit, Microsoft Excel, PMP, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Payroll, Financial Reconciliation, Financial Statement, Accounting and Finance, ACCA, CPA, Financial Reporting

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.