Staff Accountant, Finance

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for performing accounting functions, recording and reporting a variety of financial transactions. This includes processing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and involvement in the annual audit. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position that reports to the Controller.

This position is not exempt from provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is eligible to earn overtime pay for hours worked above 40 in a single work week. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Essential Duties and

Responsibilities include:

* Prepare journal entries along with supporting documentation, for review and approval. Responsible for ensuring all approved journal entries are entered into the general ledger on a timely and accurate basis.

* Prepare monthly account analysis and reconciliation of assigned general ledger accounts, including bank reconciliations, to ensure proper balances are reported. Identifies, investigates and reports all discrepancies and works with appropriate personnel to ensure that all reconciling items clear in a timely and accurate manner.

* Ensure timely, thorough, and accurate month-end close process.

* Provide information to faculty, staff and students; explain transactions; resolve accounting issues and discrepancies.

* Assist in year-end audit preparation.

* Process all gift batches from Advancement.

* Share in management of the purchasing card process, including hosting training and information sessions with purchasing card holders.

* Review project codes.

* Assist with fixed asset process and posting.

* Post departmental deposits.

* Handle external invoicing for campus.

* Assist with payroll tasks.

* Assist with daily banking entries for depository accounts.

* Provide coverage for Accounts Payable and Purchase Order processes as needed.

* Create process documentation and instructions.

* Maintain strict confidentiality of student and university information, adhering to FERPA and other applicable regulations.

* Perform backup duties for Finance Office personnel as assigned

Secondary

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Other duties and special projects may be assigned to meet department and university needs.

Experience, Knowledge, and Skills Required

* 1-3 years of general ledger accounting experience, preferably in a higher education or nonprofit setting.

* Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software and Windows-based applications;
Jenzabar experience preferred.

* Proven exceptional attention to detail and ability to consistently produce error free results.

* Demonstrated organization and follow-up and follow-through skills to ensure completion of goals and objectives.

* Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks and demands.

* Proven ability to convey complex accounting information in a concise, easily understood manner to a wide range of constituencies.

* Ability to quickly learn and apply new knowledge and skills.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and track record of proactive communication.

* Proven ability to identify, define, analyze, and resolve complex problems.

* Exceptional follow-up and follow-through skills as well as ability to plan, organize and control projects through to completion.

* Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.

* Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Application Process

Does this sound like a good fit? Submit the following:

* A cover letter addressing the position qualifications and experience.

* Current résumé

* Salary Expectations

Applications received by October 3, 2025, will receive first consideration. Queens will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

About Queens University of Charlotte

Located in the heart of the nation's second fastest growing metropolitan area, Queens University of Charlotte leverages the city's diverse and thriving environment as an extended classroom. Nationally recognized for undergraduate programs in international and interdisciplinary education, Queens blends the best of liberal arts learning with professional preparation and community engagement. Focused on supporting success for diverse learners, faculty build close and collaborative relationships with students and help them build intentional and individualized roadmaps for flourishing at Queens and beyond.

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