Accounting Specialist

University-of-Lynchburg; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition remission

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Flexible spending account

Job summary

The University of Lynchburg, a private university in Central Virginia, seeks a full-time Accounting Specialist to support campus financial operations in the Finance Department.

Responsibilities include processing vendor invoices, payments, vendor management, expense reports, journal entries, and bank reconciliations with attention to detail and integrity. Associated benefits, schedule, and a collaborative environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of accounts payable and general accounting experience.
• Experience in higher education, non-profit organizations, or complex financial environments is preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations.
• English-language skills for effective communication in telephone and interoffice contracts.
• Proficiency in financial systems, integrated accounting software, Google Sheets, and Excel.
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Processes incoming payment documents, vendor invoices and payment requests.
• Vendor Management to include vendor database as well as vendor documentation for processing.
• Expense Report Processing, such as payroll, gift entries for endowments, and monthly purchasing card spreadsheets.
• Journal Entry Preparation including monthly purchasing card spreadsheet and reviews all purchasing logs.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations performed monthly of accrued accounts payable.
• Other Duties or special projects as assigned.

Skills

Accounts payable

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Google Sheets

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Communication

Financial software

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Accounting SpecialistThe University of Lynchburg, a private, regional university in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia, is seeking applicants for full time Accounting Specialist position in the Finance Department. As a staff member of the University of Lynchburg, the Accounting Specialist is an integral part of ensuring hat we supporting students and employees in doing work that is meaingful within our communities.Job Type: FT (Benefits Eligible)Job Purpose:The Accounting Specialist supports the financial operations of the university with processing vendor invoices, vendor payments, vendor management, and expense report processing, preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, audit support, and the ability to collaborate across departments to maintain financial accuracy and integrity.Specific Job Duties:Processes incoming payment documents, vendor invoices and payment requestsVendor Management to include vendor database as well as vendor documentation for processingExpense Report Processing, such as payroll, gift entries for endowments, and monthly purchasing card spreasheetsJournal Entry Preparation including monthly purchasing card spreadsheet and reviews all purchasing logsBalance Sheet Reconciliations performed monthly of accrued accounts payableOther Duties or special projects as assignedStarting Salary:$24.00-$25.00 an hourBenefits:Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.Schedule:8:30 am - 5:00 pm (7.5 hours/day with some evenings and weekends to meet needs of the department may be required). There will be the occasional need to work extended hours during critical periods (e.g., fiscal quarter-end/year -end audits or budget season.)Experience/Skills:Minimum of 1-2 years of accounts payable and general accounting experienceExperience in higher education, non-profit organizations, or complex financial environments is preferred.Knowledge of GAAP and financial regulationsEnglish-language skills for effective communication in telephone and interoffice contractsProficiency in financial systems, integrated accounting software, Google Sheets, and excelAbility to handle sensitive information in a confidential mannerExcellent organizational skills and strong attention to detailAbility to handle sensitive information in a confidential mannerPhysical Demands:Prolonged standing/sitting/wrist movementAbility to lift 20 lbs.Office-basedEducation:Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field or equivalent experienceWork Remotely:NoAbout the University:The University of Lynchburg embraces diversity in its broadest sense. We will cultivate and inclusive, equitable, and safe campus climate grounded in mutual respect and understanding, where all members of our diverse learning community-alumni, employees, learners, visitors, and volunteers-can thrive. The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.