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Junior Accountant

Job in Chicago Heights, Cook County, Illinois, 60411, USA
Listing for: Prairie State College
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-07
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 25 USD Hourly USD 25.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number
H0497P

Classification
Part-time hourly

Position Number

Position Title
Junior Accountant

Status of Position
Temporary

FLSA
Non Exempt

Position Summary

Supports the daily financial operations of the College's Financial Services Office. Responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records, performing reconciliations, processing transactions, and assisting with compliance and reporting functions. The role collaborates with internal departments to ensure the integrity of financial data and adherence to institutional policies and procedures.

Reporting Relationship

Direct Reporting relationship to the Assistant Controller

Essential Responsibilities
  • Account Reconciliation:
    Perform full reconciliations for assigned balance sheet accounts, ensuring General Ledger (GL) balances align with subsidiary ledgers and external documentation.
  • Historical Research:
    Utilize limited, inquiry-only access to the Colleague ERP to research transaction history and verify account activity (e.g., utilizing screens such as GLTB or similar lookup tools).
  • Audit Workpaper Development:
    Independently create standardized, cross-referenced audit lead sheets and supporting schedules in Microsoft Excel.
  • Adjustment Documentation:
    Identify and document all required Adjusting Journal Entries (AJEs). Provide a detailed log for Institution staff to review and enter.
  • Assist with month-end closing processes and supporting schedules.
  • Assist with audit preparation and provide requested documentation.
  • Support special projects and aid across accounting functions as needed
Other Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications
  • Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Working knowledge of Ellucian / Colleague
  • Working knowledge with Microsoft Excel, specifically Pivot Tables
  • Experience in working with a year end audit, either as an auditor or as staff within the accounting department
  • Preferred Qualifications

    1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in Higher Education Fund Accounting.

    2. Familiarity with Ellucian Colleague (specifically GL inquiry functions) is preferred but not required if the candidate has strong experience with other higher-ed ERPs.

    3. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and audit file organization.

    Ability to work independently

    Anticipated Work Hours and Days

    10:00a.m.

    - 3:00 p.m., Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

    Salary
    $25 per hour

    Benefits

    N/A

    Posting Date
    04/27/2026

    Closing Date

    Open Until Filled
    Yes

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