Senior Accountant

Description

• Front Loaded PTO
• Tuition Assistance
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) – with Employer Contribution

We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment
-where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.

Almost 20,000 Students

10 Campuses

Competency Based Education

Online

South College is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our growing Accounting and Finance team. Our ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment, have strong attention to detail, and work well with a team.

• Execute month-end close procedures of assigned areas, including the preparation of journal entries, accrual computations, account reconciliations and tie-outs, and the development of various financial reporting schedules.
• Oversee fixed asset management by maintaining the full accounting cycle for fixed assets, including documenting processes and internal controls, tracking construction-in-progress (CIP), and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely updates and accurate reporting of capital projects and expenditures.
• Prepare detailed audit schedules and compile supporting documentation to facilitate successful execution of external audits.
• Understand, evaluate, and refine existing financial processes and internal controls over assigned areas to promote efficiencies, support a strong internal control environment, and improve profitability.
• Perform ad hoc data analysis to identify gaps and areas for improvement to support the continued operational and financial success of the school.
• Gain an understanding of the school’s bank accounts, monitor daily bank transactions, and research bank issues when they arise.
• Assist with implementation of new software

• Bachelor's Degree required

• CPA preferred, but not required

• Minimum 3+ years of accounting or finance related experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP’s, pivot tables) and Word
• Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and a strong problem
  -solving mindset.
• Mindset to always be looking for continuous process improvement and innovation