Accounting Clerk (Full-time, Onsite)

Wilson College; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson College invites applications for an Accounting Clerk to support financial operations. This full-time position requires an associate degree in accounting and offers diverse responsibilities, including account reconciliations and grant reporting. A collaborative environment awaits those who prioritize integrity and service.

Benefits

Robust Health Benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage.

Educational Benefits: Tuition remission for employees and their families.

Generous paid time off, including vacation and holidays.

Access to an on-campus fitness center.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in accounting or financial operations preferred.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles.
• Familiarity with database systems required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and maintain reconciliations.
• Assist with journal entries and support financial data compilation.
• Perform monthly reconciliations to ensure data accuracy.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Time Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Associate degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Colleague accounting software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Wilson College - Chambersburg, PA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Category: Accounting

Wilson College invites applications for a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Clerk to join our Business Office team. This position plays an essential role in supporting the daily financial operations of the College, including account reconciliations, student account services, departmental deposits, and grant reporting. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment that prioritizes accuracy, integrity, and a strong commitment to service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the preparation of documentation for quarterly and annual financial statements
• Prepare and maintain monthly reconciliations of asset and liability accounts
• Support the compilation of financial data for grant reporting purposes
• Prepare journal entries for submission within the Colleague accounting system
• Analyze and organize data for ongoing and ad hoc projects as assigned
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly and year-end financial closings
• Perform monthly reconciliations to ensure data accuracy and completeness
• Provide assistance with additional accounting tasks and special projects as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary to support the Business Office and the college’s financial operations.

COMPETENCIES:

• Technical Proficiency: Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and practices; ability to work with accounting software systems (e.g., Colleague) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions for data analysis and reconciliation.
• Attention to Detail: Demonstrates a high level of accuracy in preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and reviewing financial data. Maintains precision in data entry and recordkeeping.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to collect, organize, and analyze financial information to support decision-making and ensure the integrity of financial records.
• Time Management: Effectively prioritizes tasks and meets deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Adapts to changing priorities while maintaining a focus on accuracy and outcomes.
• Confidentiality and Integrity: Maintains strict confidentiality of financial and institutional information. Exercises sound judgment and professionalism in handling sensitive data.
• Communication Skills: Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with colleagues, departments, and external partners.
• Team Collaboration: Works effectively both independently and as part of a team. Builds positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.
• Organizational Skills: Manages multiple responsibilities with efficiency and maintains organized records and files in compliance with internal controls and audit standards.
• Initiative and Problem Solving: Takes initiative in identifying discrepancies or inefficiencies and works proactively to resolve them. Seeks clarification when needed and contributes to process improvements.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

• Full-time, non-exempt, regular office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
• Some work during evenings and weekends may be required.

TRAVEL:

• Travel is not a regular requirement of this position and is expected to be minimal, if any.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate degree in accounting, finance, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience working in an accounting or financial operations environment is preferred.
• Experience with database systems required; familiarity with Ellucian Colleague strongly preferred.

Comparable combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as VLOOKUP, pivot tables, conditional formatting, and data validation. Demonstrated ability to learn and effectively navigate enterprise systems, including ERP and financial reporting software.

Working at Wilson College

At Wilson College, we value our employees and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. Full-time, on-site employees enjoy:

• Robust Health Benefits: Including medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus college-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance.

• Spending Account Options: Access to employee-funded Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for both healthcare and dependent care needs.

• Retirement Planning: A Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with TIAA to help you plan for the future.

• Educational Benefits: Tuition remission for employees and their families for undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, as well as access to Tuition Exchange scholarships through a national consortium of colleges.

Wilson fosters a supportive, collegial work environment that prioritizes work-life balance. Employees benefit from:

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, personal days, and 13 paid holidays.

• Paid parental leave, bereavement leave (including miscarriage and stillbirth), jury duty, and more.

• Flexible dining options and free access to our on-campus fitness center.

• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support and resources.

As a qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit employer, Wilson College employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.