Junior Accountant: Bank Reconciliation & Audit Support

Tennessee State University; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Annual leave

Sick leave

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Tennessee State University invites applicants for the Accountant I role to support daily bank account reconciliation, cash activity review, general ledger, financial reporting, audit support, and compliance. This entry‑level position works with university departments, banks, vendors, payroll, and auditors to ensure accurate, timely financial records in accordance with University policies.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least one year of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• One year of accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams and other standard office software.
• Ability to analyze financial transactions, research discrepancies, reconcile accounts, and resolve routine issues.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with internal departments and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile daily bank transactions and related general ledger activity.
• Prepare routine journal entries with proper documentation.
• Assist with month‑end close, audits, and internal control reviews.
• Provide support for payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processing.
• Assist with financial analysis, reporting, and process improvements.

Skills

Bank reconciliations

Cash management

Financial reporting

Auditing support

Internal controls

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Banner ERP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Tennessee State University invites applicants for the Accountant I role to support daily bank account reconciliation, cash activity review, general ledger, financial reporting, audit support, and compliance. This entry‑level position works with university departments, banks, vendors, payroll, and auditors to ensure accurate, timely financial records in accordance with University policies.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least one year of