ACCOUNTING COORDINATOR

Brazosport College; Lake Jackson, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Brazosport College in Lake Jackson, TX is seeking an Accounting Coordinator to support financial operations with complex accounting, payroll, reconciliation, and procurement card compliance. This on-site role reports to the Purchasing Manager and requires accuracy and clear communication.

The ideal candidate has an Associate's degree (Bachelor's preferred) and 2+ years of related experience, with strong Excel/Word/Outlook skills and the ability to analyze financial data and assist with audit

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Two years of financial office experience; three years in accounting/payroll/reconciliation is desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and general financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Review procurement card reports for 100+ cardholders to ensure policy compliance.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of multiple college bank accounts for accuracy.
• Process monthly/bi-monthly payroll activities and related journal entries.
• Maintain organized accounting records for audit readiness and reporting.
• Provide guidance on discrepancies and suggest process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong written & verbal communication

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Brazosport - Lake Jackson, TX 77566Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Associates Degree Salary Range: $21.11 - $31.66 HourlyJob Category: EducationBrazosport College Job Description

Position Title: Accounting Coordinator

FLSA Status: Not Exempt

Pay Grade: Grade 8

Reports To: Purchasing Manager

Position Summary Supports Brazosport College's financial operations by performing complex accounting, payroll, reconciliation, and procurement card compliance functions. Conducts detailed review of procurement card reports for over 100 cardholders, reconciles College banking and departmental accounts, processes monthly and bi-monthly payroll-related activities, prepares payroll journal entries and tax entries, and supports institutional compliance and audit readiness. Exercises independent judgment, critical thinking, and effective communication while ensuring adherence to College policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Conduct detailed review of procurement card reports for more than 100 cardholders to ensure compliance with College purchasing policies, procedures, documentation requirements, approvals, and applicable regulations.
• Review procurement card documentation for completeness, account coding, tax exemption compliance, business purpose, and reconciliation accuracy; identify discrepancies and communicate with employees and departments to resolve issues.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of College bank accounts, including E&G, Auxiliary, Clarion, Community Ed, I&S, Restricted, BC Foundation, and Foundation Scholarships; to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting procedures; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Process monthly and bi-monthly payroll-related activities, prepare and distribute payroll communications, and prepare, reconcile, and post payroll-related journal entries including payroll tax entries and adjustments.
• Maintain organized accounting records, reconciliation schedules, and supporting documentation for audit readiness, month-end activities, and institutional compliance.
• Provide guidance to employees and departments regarding discrepancies through independent analysis and sound judgment; recommend process improvements to increase operational efficiency and compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired Qualifications

• Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible accounting, payroll, reconciliation, or financial operations experience.
• Two (2) years of financial office experience. Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, payroll processing, reconciliation, financial reporting, or related business office functions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial recordkeeping, payroll processing, reconciliation, and internal controls.
• Ability to analyze financial information, identify discrepancies, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to interpret and apply College policies, procedures, and financial regulations.
• Ability to reconcile accounts, process financial documents, and perform data entry with accuracy.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and exercise sound judgment.

This is not a remote work position

100% on-site presence

EQUIPMENT USED:

• List equipment you regularly use on your job. Computer, scanner, Empower software, calculator, typewriter, printer (s), fax, copier, telephone, procurement card management platform, PDF editing tools.

Physical Requirements

• Able to traverse campus, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, bending, vision, hearing, and talking.