Accountant I: Bank Reconciliation & Reporting

Tennessee State University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee State University invites applicants for the role of Accountant I to support the University’s accounting functions, including daily bank account reconciliation, cash activity review, general ledger, financial reporting, audit support, and compliance. This entry-level professional role interacts with multiple university units, banks, vendors, and auditors to ensure accurate financial operations.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, familiarity with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field.
• One year of accounting experience preferred or required depending on posting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams and other standard office software.
• Ability to analyze financial transactions, reconcile accounts, and resolve routine issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily bank account reconciliation, cash activity review, general ledger and financial reporting.
• Support payroll-related entries and month-end close activities as assigned.
• Prepare routine journal entries and accounting corrections with proper documentation.
• Provide information to auditors and regulatory agencies in support of year-end reconciliations and audit requests.
• Serve as backup for check runs, ACH activity, wire processing and other banking transactions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field

Tools

Banner ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Tennessee State University invites applicants for the role of Accountant I to support the University’s accounting functions, including daily bank account reconciliation, cash activity review, general ledger, financial reporting, audit support, and compliance. This entry-level professional role interacts with multiple university units, banks, vendors, and auditors to ensure accurate financial operations.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, familiarity with