College Finance Assistant: Month-End & Budgets

Saint-Vincent-College-; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, PA seeks an Accounting Assistant to join the Business Office. You will support accounting and student account functions, prepare month-end entries, and assist with budgets and forecasts.

Requirements include an Associate degree in Accounting (Bachelor's preferred) and 2–4 years in a professional office. Proficiency with Ellucian Colleague is a plus; attention to detail and GAAP compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Accounting; Bachelor's preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in a professional office with basic accounting competence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end journal entries for shared service expenses.
• Assist with Archabbey and Seminary budget and forecast preparation.
• Perform month-end reconciliations for bank statements, restricted funds, and donor accounts.
• Support reporting for grants and external audits as needed.
• Enter journal vouchers and assist with external auditor information gathering.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, PA seeks an Accounting Assistant to join the Business Office. You will support accounting and student account functions, prepare month-end entries, and assist with budgets and forecasts.

Requirements include an Associate degree in Accounting (Bachelor's preferred) and 2–4 years in a professional office. Proficiency with Ellucian Colleague is a plus; attention to detail and GAAP compliance are essential.