Accountant/Fiscal Analyst I

COLLEGE CORNER; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( 

ETAP

Job summary

College of Charleston is seeking an accounts payable professional to process and audit vendor transactions within Banner Finance. You will support multiple accounting functions, prepare year-end accruals, and generate standard financial reports using Excel and Word.

A Bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred, with 3+ years in accounting and Banner experience valued. This is an on-site position in Charleston, SC, with emphasis on accuracy and internal controls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 3+ years of professional accounting experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred.
• Banner Finance experience is a plus. Candidates with equivalent education/experience encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Process and audit accounts payable transactions in Banner.
• Assist with various accounting functions in AP.
• Prepare year-end accruals and related reconciliations.
• Prepare required reports using Excel, Word, or other Microsoft apps.
• Communicate disbursement policies and respond to Banner inquiries.
• Follow internal controls for handling and creating checks.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel

Financial analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

High school diploma

Tools

Banner Finance

Excel

Accounting ERP system

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background and credit check.

Processes and audits accounts payable transactions including the recording and/or updating of all related transactions in the online Banner system, supporting documentation and any necessary correspondence. Assists with various accounting functions. Works in the Accounts Payable area of the Controller’s Office to process payments for a large volume of vendors/individuals per fiscal year utilizing a complex, integrated, multi-module accounting system.

High school diploma and three or more years of professional accounting experience. Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field (with accounting courses) and at least one year of accounts payable experience preferred. Preference may be given for Banner Finance experience. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to interpret and apply South Carolina laws and institutional policies, with regards to accounting and disbursement functions, in a fair and equitable manner. Working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, and databases (accounting ERP system, travel management software, etc.). Knowledge of the principles, practices, terminology and theories of accounting. Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures. Ability to apply mathematical concepts. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Additional Comments Regarding Position

Must be willing and able to work additional hours during fiscal year end, during peak times of activity for the department and when deadlines need to be met.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

*Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background and credit check.

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program ( ETAP )

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu .

1. Processes and analyzes Banner system transactions involving assigned accounts, vendors, and employees. Verifies the accuracy of outstanding commitments, payment postings, draft payments. Ensures accountability & proper reporting by auditing/reconciling the online system & report outputs on a daily, weekly, monthly basis. Determines and prepares year-end accruals & related reconciliations. Prepares required reports using Excel, Word, or other Microsoft apps.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 40

Activity

2. Verifies travel reimbursements against travel authorizations and travel policies/procedures using travel management tool. Promulgates travel policies & procedures to campus on a regular basis.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 30

Activity

3. Applies accounting standards to alter/maintain the Banner system; develops methods for recording financial transactions; prepares reports for financial analyses. Uses accounting techniques to allocate expenses to accounts. Provides documents, explanations, work papers, reports to auditors. Participates in system upgrades, conversions and implementations of business processes and reporting.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 10

Activity

4. Interprets accounting system policies and procedures. Promulgates disbursement policies & procedures to campus on a regular basis. Assists faculty, staff & students with inquiries about Banner.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 10

Activity

5. Determines sales & use tax where appropriate. Posts vendor credits accurately. Advises Treasurer’s Office regarding the posting of vendor checks to the appropriate accounts. Disencumbers any remaining balances; follows prescribed data entry process otherwise.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 5

Activity

6. Follows internal control procedures for handling and creating checks. Performs check verifications & reconciliations as to vendor names & amounts. Reconciles check registers and processes voided checks from Banner system. Provides training, as needed.

Essential or Marginal

Percent of Time

Percent of Time 5

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• Reference List

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Other Document 2
• Other Document 3
• Form DD 214