Accounting Systems Analyst

Inside Higher Ed; Palos Hills (IL); On-site; USD 54,702 - 72,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Job summary

A local college in Palos Hills is seeking a dedicated Accounting Systems Analyst to develop and administer security for its business system. The role involves maintaining the account structure, assisting with database management, and technical support for various finance-related systems. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and possesses advanced Excel skills, with 3-5 years of relevant experience. A generous benefits package is offered along with a salary range of $54,702 – $72,920.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field with a strong computer background.
• 3-5 years of experience in related Accounting or technology fields.
• Must have advanced Excel skills and reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the college’s account structure.
• Assist the Controller in data requirements and report specs.
• Post daily journal entries to the general ledger.
• Complete month-end and year-end closing procedures.

Skills

Computerized accounting systems

Microsoft Excel

Database management

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Written and oral skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems

Tools

Synoptix

Job description

Duties

Under the general direction of the Controller, the Accounting Systems Analyst develops and administers computer security and set up of the account structure and user access for the college’s business system. Develops policies and procedures for maintaining internal system controls of the college’s business system. Posts daily transactions, runs month-end and year-end reports and performs the month-end and fiscal year-end closing procedures. In addition, assists with database management for various accounting projects including budget development, unit cost study report, and the college’s fixed asset system. The Accounting Systems Analyst is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 1. Maintain the college’s account structure by setting up new funds, programs, budget codes, object codes, and user access.
• 2. Maintain the college’s financial system by inactivating and removing old accounts and removing access of employees upon departure from college.
• 3. Assist the Controller in defining data requirements and report specifications to meet identified information needs, with the help of an application developer.
• 4. Work with an applications developer to define and develop detailed specifications for programming solutions.
• 5. Write ad hoc reports using Synoptix software and Excel. Utilize advanced Excel functions to extract various data sets for analysis.
• 6. Work with other Accounting employees to coordinate projects and department procedures.
• 7. Prepare data file for budget developer program.
• 8. Maintain position salary database, update monthly with salary changes, extract data for budget process.
• 9. Post daily journal entries to the general ledger and review daily system-generated general ledger reports for accuracy.
• 10. Complete month end close including posting all month-end journal entries and running closing procedures. Generate month-end board reports to be reviewed by the Controller.
• 11. Assist with the College’s audit by running year-end reports, prepare journal entries including year-end accruals, and create other documents as needed. Prepare state reports required by ICCB.
• 12. Complete fiscal year-end closing procedures at the conclusion of the audit.
• 13. Provide technical support to finance personnel and serve as liaison in implementing, monitoring, and refining systems related to budgeting, accounting, accounts payable, capital assets, and grants management.
• 14. Work as a liaison between all College departments and Finance office for account access.
• 15. Assist with other reporting requests as necessary.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field with a strong computer background, or Bachelor’s Degree in Management Information Systems or related field with a strong Accounting background.

3-5 years of experience in related Accounting or technology fields.

Must have advanced Excel skills and report writing experience (using Synoptix is a plus) with a strong understanding of database management.

Must have a demonstrated ability to logically approach and solve problems.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of computerized accounting systems
• Knowledge of personal computer operations and applications and related software
• Strong understanding of database management
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and advanced Excel functions
• Knowledge of data analysis and financial reporting concepts
• Basic knowledge of information retrieval techniques and database design
• Above average organizational, written and oral skills
• Ability to handle and process confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to effectively interact with a diverse campus community and external agency personnel.

Position Status

Full Time

Hours

General Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Salary

$54,702 – $72,920 (plus exceptional benefits)

Benefits

Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Optional life: Disability insurance; Tuition reimbursement; Tuition waiver; SURS Retirement plan; Vacation Days; Holidays; Sick Leave; Personal days; Bereavement days; Tax-sheltered annuity plans.

Application Process

Please apply online with required materials through our web site at jobs.morainevalley.edu (please do not use third party sites such as Indeed). For best consideration, please submit complete application materials prior to review date (resume, cover letter, references, other material as required).

Contact

Office of Human Resources
[e-mail]
708-974-5704

Review Of Applications Begins

01/12/2026

Posting Number: AP00551P
Open Date: 12/22/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes