Accounting Clerk

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.

Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.

As an Accounting Clerk at Bethel University you’ll play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the day-to-day accounting operations.

In this role, you’ll work across accounting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable, handling everything from account reconciliations and financial transactions to deposits, invoice processing, journal entries, and month-end and year-end close activities. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the University and have the opportunity to use your attention to detail and financial expertise to make a meaningful contribution where your work directly supports life-changing student experiences.

Our employees are united by a shared commitment to serving students, supporting one another, and living out Bethel’s mission to educate and equip students to lead lives of impact through transformative academics in a Christ-centered community.

This is an in-person position at our Bethel Anderson Center office in Arden Hills, MN. The starting range for for this role is $22.75 to $23.50 per hour.

At Bethel, we believe work can be more than a job—it can be an opportunity to use your gifts in service to others. Employees enjoy being part of a welcoming community where faith, learning, and relationships are woven into everyday work.

Depending on eligibility, Bethel employees have access to benefits designed to support your whole person, including:

• Tuition benefits for you and eligible family members
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Professional development and learning opportunities
• A beautiful suburban campus with a strong sense of community
• Opportunities to participate in faith-based community life, chapel, and campus events
• A workplace culture grounded in service, collaboration, and care for others

• Perform account reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies
• Process invoices, expense reports, and other financial transactions
• Prepare and submit reports to outside agencies/auditors as required
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes
• HR postings and reconciliations
• Assist with other accounting tasks as needed

• Execute the deposit and accurate recording of checks received by the University
• Retrieve and coordinate the posting of activity associated with bank accounts
• Assist with other accounts receivable tasks as needed

• Expense adjustments and JE preparations
• Accounts Payable review and approvals
• Work with the appropriate teams to send and record information related to unclaimed property
• General AP accounting support

Education:

High school education with related post-high school training/coursework

Experience:

1+ years of related accounting or bookkeeping experience

2+ years of related experience, preferred

Experience with accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, Banner Finance), preferred

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and the Google Suite.
• Must be a proven self-starter and detail-oriented.
• Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and handle multiple duties.
• Able to work independently and as part of a…