Senior Accountant - Education & Grant Finance

Job Type
Full-time
Description

Thomas College, located in beautiful Waterville, Maine, is definingwhat it means to be the College of the Future. With a strong commitment to innovation, career readiness, and community partnerships, Thomas College is consistently ranked by U.S. News& World Report as one of Maine’s top colleges for socialmobility. Our distinctive Guaranteed Job Program™, acceleratedundergraduate degrees, and flexible graduate programs empower students to advance faster in business, entrepreneurship,education, technology, applied STEM, and arts & science fields.

At Thomas, belonging isn’t a buzzword; it’s a promise. We create asupportive, welcoming environment where every student is seen,valued, and prepared to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Formore information visit Thomas.edu.

Position Overview

Thomas College is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative
Senior Accountant to support the financial operations of the College. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting and is actively involved in month-end close, reconciliations, audit preparation, and financial analysis. The Senior Accountant willalso support grant accounting, compliance, and process improvements across the institution.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Financial Accounting & General Ledger Management

• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate recording of financial transactions
• Prepare journal entries and monitor revenue and expenseactivity

• Perform monthly close processes, including account, bank, andbalance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare financial reports and assist with financial statementpreparation

• Track and report on grant-funded activity and ensure compliance with donor and regulatory requirements
• Monitor grant budgets and expenditures in collaboration with program managers

• Support annual audits and prepare schedules and documentation
• Assist with regulatory reporting including Form 990, IPEDS,FISAP, and other required filings

• Assist with budget development and financial forecasting
• Analyze financial data and provide recommendations to improve performance

• Support financial systems, chart of accounts maintenance, andasset management
• Participate in system upgrades and process enhancements

• Partner with departments across campus to provide financialguidance and resolve discrepancies
• Provide training and support on accounting processes and systems

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required, Master’s preferred
• 3–5 years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with month-end close and reconciliations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Experience in higher education or non-profit accounting
• Grant accounting experience and familiarity with Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200)