Staff Accountant

Position: Full Time Staff Accountant
Lorain County Community College is seeking a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the College's financial integrity and operational excellence. Reporting to the Manager of Student Accounts (Bursar) and the Controller/Budget Director, this full-time position performs moderately complex accounting functions, supports financial reporting and analysis, and helps ensure the accuracy and reliability of the College's financial records. The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining effective financial processes across billing, accounts receivable, and general ledger activities.

Key Responsibilities:

* Billing and Revenue Recognition:
Collaborate with key revenue-generating areas, including internal and external partners to determine billing requirements, create invoices and collect student tuition and other charges payable by outside sources; review for, and prepare accruals to ensure revenue and receivables are recognized accurately and in accordance with GAAP and institutional policies.

* Accounts Receivable:
Monitor accounts receivable aging, perform and support collection efforts, and partner with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve outstanding balances and discrepancies.

* Communication and Documentation:
Provide daily operational support to Student Accounts, including respond to inquiries from students, staff, and third parties; review and perform account reconciliations, and maintain thorough documentation to support audit readiness and financial accuracy.

* Financial Reporting and Close:
Assist in the month-end, term-end, and year-end close processes, reconcile and resolve financial discrepancies, and support financial, grant, and other audits by compiling requested documentation while ensuring compliance with College and regulatory standards.

* Cross-Functional Support:
Provide accounting support for grants and general accounting as required by institutional needs or special projects.