Accounting Associate

Description

Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Associate to join our team in McMinnville, Oregon. In this role, you will play a vital part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining accurate financial records. This position offers an opportunity to collaborate across departments to optimize processes and maintain the integrity of the organization's financial systems.

Responsibilities:

- Manage and maintain the General Ledger, including chart of accounts and fund structures.

- Prepare and post journal entries on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

- Generate financial statements and trial balances, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

- Reconcile various accounts, including cash, receivables, liabilities, and inter-fund balances.

- Support external audits by preparing schedules and coordinating required documentation.

- Act as a functional resource for accounting system configurations and updates.

- Assist with data validation and reconciliation during system transitions.

- Develop process improvements and automation strategies for accounting workflows.

- Maintain and update accounting policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.

- Collaborate with Student Accounts, Financial Aid, and IT to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Please reach out to Charlie Gilmur with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order:

Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field.

- At least 3-5 years of experience in accounting roles with increasing responsibility.

- Proficiency in financial statement preparation, reconciliations, and audit processes.

- Familiarity with fund accounting and advanced Excel capabilities.

- Experience with accounting systems such as Banner, Workday, or People Soft.

- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.

- Knowledge of internal controls and compliance regulations.

- Higher education experience is preferred but not required.

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