Senior Accountant - Higher Ed, Grants & Close

Franklin & Marshall College; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan contributions

Education benefits for employees and a

Access to campus facilities

Recreation and fitness facilities

Libraries

Access to college events

Job summary

Franklin & Marshall College is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance & Administration team on the Lancaster, PA campus. The role stresses accurate, timely financial operations, account reconciliations, and support for audits.

You will prepare journal entries, assist with monthly close, and contribute to process improvements. Requirements include 5+ years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's in accounting, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems (Banner/Workday).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• At least 5 years of accounting experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems (e.g., Banner, Workday, or similar).
• Knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles.
• Ability to independently research and resolve accounting issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform reconciliations for cash, prepaid expenses, accounts payable accruals, fixed assets, deferred revenue, restricted funds, grants, and other operational accounting areas as assigned.
• Maintain reconciliation documentation and supporting schedules of assigned monthly account reconciliations in accordance with departmental standards and audit requirements; investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Accurately prepare, review, and process journal entries, adjustments, accruals, and reclassifications impacting multiple funds, departments, and reporting units.
• Prepare assigned components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established timelines and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, workflow efficiencies, and strengthened internal controls; assist with development and documentation of accounting procedures.
• Assist in the preparation and review of financial reports and supporting schedules for internal and external stakeholders, including management, governing boards, and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare and assist in the review of regulatory and compliance submissions including IRS Form 990, escheat and other state filings, NACUBO surveys, IPEDS finance schedules, and other higher education reporting requirements ensuring accuracy and compliance with reporting standards.
• Serve as backup support for critical accounting functions and participate in cross-training initiatives within Financial Operations.

Skills

Excel proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA certification or progress toward CPA

Tools

Banner

Workday

Google Suite

Job description

Franklin & Marshall College is seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Finance & Administration team on the Lancaster, PA campus. The role stresses accurate, timely financial operations, account reconciliations, and support for audits.

You will prepare journal entries, assist with monthly close, and contribute to process improvements. Requirements include 5+ years of accounting experience, a Bachelor's in accounting, and proficiency with Excel and ERP systems (Banner/Workday).