Senior Accountant

Art Center College of Design is searching for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team.

The salary range for this position: $73,000.

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The official salary range for this position is the range posted on the Art Center College of Design Careers website. Art Center is not responsible for inaccurate or unauthorized salary information published by third‑party job boards.

Final salary is based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.

Founded in 1930 and located in Pasadena, California, Art Center College of Design is a global leader in art and design education and has had an international reputation for its rigorous, transdisciplinary curriculum, faculty of professionals, strong ties to industry, and commitment to socially responsible design. Art Center is a private nonprofit fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).

Every position at Art Center plays an important part in carrying out the cultural values, goals, strategic vision, and mission of the College. This includes upholding and cultivating an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Reporting to the director, Accounting, the senior accountant is responsible for the College’s financial records including general ledger account reconciliations, fixed asset and investment schedules, monitoring general ledger accounts, and posting general journal entries. This position will also ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and reporting requirements while working closely with internal departments, external auditors, financial institutions, and third‑party service providers.

This is a full‑time, on‑site position. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or as defined by the department. Limited remote work may be permitted as part of an approved hybrid schedule, subject to supervisor approval and departmental needs. The College reserves the right to modify work schedules and onsite requirements as needed to meet business needs, with appropriate notice.

• Maintain accurate reconciled general ledger with supporting schedules, including fixed assets, and calculation of depreciation expenses
• Manage all cash related activity, including the reconciliation of bank statements to the general ledger, monitoring cash receipts from the accountant and researching any unreconciled cash transactions on an accurate and timely basis
• Reconcile, maintain and report on the College’s investment accounts, working directly with outside investment consultants and bankers to ensure that investments are properly valued per FASB Accounting Standard Codification 820
• Prepare journal entries, month‑end recurring journal entries and annual audit schedules.
• Prepare quarterly sales tax schedules and reports
• Run daily updates to the G/L for Financial Aid and Accounts Receivable
• Assist in the external year‑end audit process
• Set up departments with an online payment gateway provider and serve as a liaison to resolve chargeback issues between the cardholder and the bank

• Prepare annual 1042‑S and submit 1042 return to the IRS
• Coordinate with 3rd party to prepare and submit Grants & Annual Statement to CA Department of Insurance
• File state reports and remit Unclaimed Property in accordance with state rules, guidelines and best practices

• Follow Art Center policies, including safety protocols
• Participate in college committees, work groups, or task forces as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business from an accredited college or university
• 4‑6 years of relevant accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial reporting, and accounting practices.
• Advanced analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to handle information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of Art Center business
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Must be able to work in a collegial…