Staff Accountant/General Ledger

Westmoreland County Community College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmoreland County Community College in Pennsylvania is seeking a General Accounting professional to perform duties supporting the general ledger. You will record daily banking transactions, reconcile bank statements, and process journal entries to maintain accurate financial records.

The role requires an Associate degree in accounting and two years of accounting experience, along with proficiency in Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field required.
• Two years of accounting work experience required.
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA Criminal Record Check Clearance, and FBI Federal Criminal History Record Clearance are required.
• Strong knowledge of MS Word/Excel and accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Record daily banking transactions for all bank accounts.
• Reconcile general ledger accounts and verify accuracy.
• Prepare and post monthly journal entries to the general ledger.
• Assist with intercompany transactions and cash flow projections.
• Coordinate banking services and credit card activity with various agencies.
• Provide information to auditors and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Support accounts receivable and financial aid postings as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Professional office skills

Accounting principles

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

Position Information

Position Title

Division

Division Accounting (DIV)

Department

Department General Accounting

Job Description

This position is responsible to perform accounting duties, including transactions, analysis, projections, and forecasts in support of the general ledger.

Essential Job Functions

• Responsible for accounting functions in support of general ledger functions.
• Record daily banking transactions for all bank accounts.
• Assist with coordination of College banking services and credit card services with various banking agencies
• Maintain intercompany transactions and balance interfunds to the general ledger.
• Reconciling daily cash receipts with accounts receivable overall cash receipts and verify accounts receivable postings are finalized within the general ledger.
• Record and verify financial aid postings in the general ledger.
• Reconcile bank account statements to the general ledger.
• Review general ledger account balances and transactions to verify accuracy and record adjusting entries.
• Working with accounts receivable to help project cash flow from revenue sources, be the liaison with accounts receivable in respect to payments received, details of who the students are to receive the funds etc…
• Calculating and journaling chargebacks to departments for items such as supplies, copier charges etc…
• Verify catering chargebacks. Invoice clients for internal and external events.
• PCard (Purchase Card) management, reconciliation and journaling to the proper general ledger codes. This provides support to others in the college in this capacity as well as recording the charges.
• Complete additional general accounting support duties such as monthly loan reconciliations and inventory functions.
• Provide information and assistance to auditors.
• Record all journal entries monthly and prepare the general ledger for the Assistant Controller to process the close.
• Maintain knowledge of accounting related federal, state, and other awarding agencies rules, regulations, guidelines, and other procedures.
• Cross train on accounts receivable and grants staff accountant positions.

Other Job Functions

• Maintain knowledge of accounting related federal, state, and other awarding agencies rules, regulations, guidelines, and other procedures.
• Maintain and develop work related knowledge, skills, and competencies related to the job through professional and cross training opportunities.
• Attend all required meetings and trainings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of professional office skills and procedures required.
• Knowledge of standard accounting principles and practices, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
• Proficient verbal and written communications.
• Read, comprehend and follow instructions/work orders.
• Ability to consistently provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments, including managing multiple projects/tasks concurrently and meet varied deadlines.
• Ability to identify problems, make corrective recommendations and assist with the problem-solving process.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or a related field required.
• Two (2) years of accounting work experience required.
• Prior work performance must have met or exceeded appropriate work standards.
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA Criminal Record Check Clearance, and FBI Federal Criminal History Record Clearance are required.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Physical Demands

Physical

• Prolonged sitting
• Frequent standing/walking or otherwise moving around department/campus
• Repetitive finger/hand movements
• Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.
• Occasional bending

Audible

• Ability to communicate orally and hear conversation

Visual

• Use of computer and internet/internet-based systems
• Reading and preparing documents, reports, presentations, etc.
• Work is primarily conducted in a typical indoor office environment with appropriate lighting, noise, and temperature control.
• Minimal risk of injury or work-related illnesses.

Salary

$18.10/hour

Schedule Days/Hours

Posting Number

Posting Number S-2023-267-P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/06/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Applicants Documents

• Required Documents: Resume
• Cover Letter
• Optional Documents: Transcripts

Supplemental Questions

• Do you have a minimum of an Associate degree (or an advanced degree) in accounting or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have two years of accounting work experience which is required for this position?
  • Yes
  • No

Westmoreland County Community College

145 Pavilion Lane, Youngwood, PA 15697

Westmoreland is an affirmative action, equal opportunity college.