Accounting Technician II - AR/GL & Student Accounts

CHESS; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CHESS in Farmington, NM seeks an accounting support professional to assist the Controller and Business Office with financial operations and internal controls. The role emphasizes accuracy and strong customer service in daily tasks.

Responsibilities include accounts receivable, cash postings, GL reconciliation, daily close reports, and processing financial aid payments. Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems, with confidentiality and reliability as core traits, is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
• Ability to deal tactfully and develop effective working relationships.
• Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidential, sensitive material.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical and customer service skills.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro; familiarity with Colleague, Workday.

Responsibilities

• Cash Site Audit and accounts receivable reconciliation.
• Student account evaluation and general ledger reconciliation.
• Cashier transaction entry, report preparation and evaluation.
• Process and balance daily close reports and deposits.
• Process financial aid payments and student refunds; invoicing sponsors.
• Manage student accounts, waivers and communications; collections as needed.
• Assist in cashier duties and maintain internal controls for cash handling.
• Manage housing billings and cross-train with staff.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Confidentiality (FERPA)

Verbal and written communication

Analytical and problem solving

Customer service

Project management

Education

Associates degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Colleague

Workday

Job description

CHESS in Farmington, NM seeks an accounting support professional to assist the Controller and Business Office with financial operations and internal controls. The role emphasizes accuracy and strong customer service in daily tasks.

Responsibilities include accounts receivable, cash postings, GL reconciliation, daily close reports, and processing financial aid payments. Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems, with confidentiality and reliability as core traits, is required.