Fund Accountant — Higher Education & Donor Restrictions

Beloit College; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Beloit College seeks an Accountant to support the accuracy and integrity of its financial records. Reporting to the Controller, the role prepares journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules, and assists with monthly and year-end close.

You will manage donor-restricted gifts, endowments, and grant accounting while supporting internal controls and timely reporting. The position emphasizes collaboration with Financial Services and campus departments, with duties extending to audits, tax

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a closely related field.
• Working knowledge of general ledger accounting, reconciliations, financial statements, and spreadsheet analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Clear communication, sound judgment, and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules for balance sheet and operating accounts.
• Assist with monthly and year-end close, including accruals and asset and liability reviews.
• Maintain documentation and audit trails with proper controls.
• Prepare and explain routine financial reports and budget-to-actual analyses.
• Record donor-restricted gifts and endowment activity per policy and guidance.
• Coordinate with departments and external auditors for audits and reporting.

Skills

General ledger

Reconciliations

Spreadsheet analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Spreadsheet software

Financial systems

Job description

Beloit College seeks an Accountant to support the accuracy and integrity of its financial records. Reporting to the Controller, the role prepares journal entries, reconciliations, and schedules, and assists with monthly and year-end close.

You will manage donor-restricted gifts, endowments, and grant accounting while supporting internal controls and timely reporting. The position emphasizes collaboration with Financial Services and campus departments, with duties extending to audits, tax