Accountant-WV Higher Education Policy Commission-Kanawha Co

Nature of Work

General

Job Summary:

The Accountant performs professional and technical accounting work in support of the agency's financial operations. Responsibilities include financial reporting, debt administration, financial aid accounting, budget monitoring, reconciliations, regulatory reporting, audit support, payroll accounting and other general accounting activities. This position exercises independent judgment in carrying out recurring assignments and requires strong analytical skills, initiative, attention to detail, and knowledge of governmental accounting principles.

The Accountant is responsible for ensuring financial transactions are accurate, timely, compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and accounting standards, and appropriately charged to designated funding sources. Depending on operational needs and assigned responsibilities, the Accountant may oversee designated financial processes or serve as a trained backup to provide support and ensure continuity of operations during absences, peak workloads, and other periods of organizational need.

The position collaborates with internal staff, educational institutions, state agencies, auditors, and other stakeholders to support effective financial management and reporting.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Financial Accounting, Reporting, and Reconciliations (40%)
• Debt Administration, Financial Aid, and Specialized Financial Programs (25%)
• Compliance, Regulatory Reporting, and Audit Support (20%)
• Financial Operations, Administrative Support, and Special Projects (15%)

Education:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance or related field required. An associate degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field plus at least three years of recent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree. Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Strong mathematical, analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interpret financial information, identify discrepancies, and recommend or implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, establish priorities, and meet recurring deadlines.
• General understanding of federal, state, and local regulations.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and auditing principles and practices.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting principles, practices, methods, and techniques.
• Understanding of internal controls, financial reconciliation, and accurate accounting distribution.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Ability to foster teamwork, positively influence others, and work cooperatively and effectively, both independently and as part of a team.
• Skill in operating computer software and programs related to accounting. Proficient ability to use various software products such as Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Access, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:

• Experience using the State of West Virginia's accounting and fiscal system (wvOASIS).
• At least one year of recent relevant work experience.