Senior Accountant

Applications

Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. CT on the day before the listed closing date.

Weekly Work Hours 40
Compensation Range Staff Range N06
Salary Minimum $66,900.00 Annually
FLSA United States of America (Exempt)

• All positions are considered on-site roles.
• After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy.
• Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law.

Staff

Responsible for analyzing and reconciling financial records, reports and contractual agreements of considerable complexity requiring the exercise of independent judgment, initiative and knowledge of the organization, accounting, and policies and procedures of Dallas College and external agencies.

• Plays a critical role in maintaining the financial integrity and accountability of Dallas College.
• Ensures accurate financial reporting, compliance, and stewardship of public and institutional resources.
• Supports informed decision-making that helps the college fulfill its educational mission.

• Directly contributes to the effective management of budgets, grants, and financial operations that support students, faculty, and staff.
• Helps ensure resources are allocated efficiently to advance student success and institutional goals.
• Drives process improvements that strengthen financial controls and operational excellence.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact at one of the largest community college systems in Texas.
• Work on complex and diverse financial initiatives that offer professional growth and career development.
• Collaborate with leaders across the organization and contribute to projects that shape the future of higher education.

• Mission-driven organization dedicated to transforming life through education.
• Inclusive and collaborative culture that values innovation, diversity, and continuous learning.
• Competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to employee success.
• Chance to serve the community while building a rewarding and impactful career.

• Considerable knowledge of modern principles, practices and methods of accounting, internal accounting controls, fund accounting, budgeting practices and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ability to analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital; prepares balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other reports to summarize current and projected district financial position.
• Experience with general ledger functions and month and year-end close processes.
• Strong work ethic and leadership skills in managing client relationships and the ability to foster and customize solutions to meet the college’s needs.
• Results driven with high attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work assignments in order to meet deadlines.
• Ability to lead and train staff with demonstrated ability to make sound decisions within the scope of position.
• Ability to produce analysis and reports utilizing Microsoft spreadsheet and communication software.
• Ability to extract and compile data from complex relational database software.
• Must have the ability to maintain appropriate controls within the accounting function and recommend changes where appropriate.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, with the aptitude to manipulate large amounts of data.
• Ability to communicate clearly and express ideas concisely and effectively.
• Ability to listen to and respond appropriately to others in a customer-oriented environment.
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills in order to identify complex problems, develop and evaluate options, and implement solutions.
• Must have outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, along with effective listening and interpretative…