Senior Accountant

ADMINISTRATIVE/PROFESSIONAL SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Number of Openings: 1

Institution: Cleveland State Community College

Department: Finance

Reports to: Director of Accounting Services

Campus

Location:

Cleveland, Tennessee

Salary Range: $49,453 - $61,817

Position Status: Exempt / Full-Time

Moving Allowance: N/A

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two‑year post‑secondary institution located in Cleveland, Tennessee. The college is a member of the Tennessee Board of Regents and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students and to building strong minds, careers, and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development, and service.

The Senior Accountant is responsible for ensuring that all College finance accounts, including account maintenance, transaction processing, and reporting, are accurate, timely, and compliant with institutional, Tennessee Board of Regents (T ), federal, and state regulations, policies, and guidelines. The role executes and audits complex accounting transactions using advanced technology to provide professional financial services in support of the College’s operations.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in any combination of:
  • Monitoring and maintaining a general ledger (e.g., reviewing/preparing journal vouchers, bank reconciliation, etc.).
  • Financial reporting (e.g., month‑end/year‑end close process, preparing/reviewing reports/statements, etc.).
  • Capital asset management (e.g., maintaining inventory, preparing journal entries, etc.).
  • Budget analysis (e.g., variance assessment, forecasting, cost analysis, etc.).

• Monitors the College’s general ledger to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Prepares journal vouchers.
• Prepares bank reconciliations for review and approval by the Director of Accounting Services.
• Completes month‑end close, quarterly reviews, and year‑end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.

• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely annual and ad hoc financial reports.
• Support the preparation of financial statements and other reports to ensure compliance with GASB, AICPA, and federal and state reporting requirements.

• Assist the Director of Accounting Services in responding to requests from internal and external auditors.
• Monitor accounting systems to ensure proper internal controls, accuracy of financial information, and correct account classifications, to ensure effective financial oversight and reporting.

• Oversee tasks completed by department interns, ensuring accurate and timely execution of finance activities.
• Serve as a liaison with other College departments, addressing questions and resolving accounting issues effectively.

• Review and maintain the annual inventory of capital assets and identify updates required for capitalized asset records.
• Prepare journal entries to support annual fixed asset reporting for financial statements and note disclosures.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, T , and accounting standards related to capital asset management.

• Assist with variance analysis of budget versus actual results for College departments.
• Support department managers by providing financial insights to inform budget planning and decision‑making.
• Ensure budgetary reporting aligns with institutional policies and financial guidelines.

• Serve on college committees as required.
• The Senior Accountant will be required to meet standards now required or which may be required by the Tennessee Board of Regents (T ) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC).
• May be required to achieve additional skill, knowledge, or credential levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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