Staff Accountant

Description Stephens College seeks to add a Staff Accountant to our Finance and Operations team. The Staff Accountant will assist in preparing the college's financial statements, research accounting information, prepare reconciliations, and other general accounting functions. Support of other accounting staff when required. There is interaction with other staff, faculty, and students. The position reports to the Assistant VP for Finance & Controller. Responsibilities Maintain general ledger chart of accounts (add, edit, delete)Reconcile and monitor general ledger accountsPrepare and record journal entriesPrepare reconciliations of bank and investment accountsMonitor accounts to maintain proper balancesPrepare recurring reports and payments, such as quarterly sales tax and annuitiesPrepare, review, and record various charges to departmentsAssist in the cashiering position: process payments, input department deposits, count cash, and perform daily closing procedures, as neededAssist in the accounts payable position; reviewing and entering invoicesAssist students with billing and other inquiriesAssist College departments with budget and transaction inquiries Requirements Bachelor’s degree (Accounting or related field preferred.)Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and WordExcellent written and oral communications skillsStrong analytical skills with great attention to detailStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsGreat Plains or similar accounting software experience preferredOne to three years higher education or non-profit accounting experience preferredPreference will be given to candidates with demonstrable experience in legacy data migration and ERP system integration. ***A professional CV/resume, cover letter, and three references are required to be uploaded when applying for this position.*** Founded in 1833, Stephens College is the second-oldest women's college in the United States, dedicated to providing innovative, experiential, and career-focused education across various disciplines. Located in Columbia, Missouri, Stephens College continues to be a leader in women's education, fostering a community where students are empowered to lead, innovate, and excel. The college also provides flexible, co-educational master’s degrees and certificates for working professionals, and is home to the co-educational Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College. Ranked (over and over again) as one of the best college towns in America, Columbia, Missouri, is home to 36,000+ college students and 118,000 residents. Columbia — conveniently located approximately 100 miles from both Kansas City and St. Louis — has it all: big-time college sports, film, music and arts festivals, a high-energy arts community, amazing recreation, and a great downtown with lots of places to eat, shop, snack and check out the latest bands. The Columbia community offers outstanding health care options, as well as excellent educational opportunities for every level of student (including our own Children’s School). Stephens offers an attractive benefits package that includes health insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental Retirement Annuity, Faculty/Staff Grants, tuition waivers and tuition paid undergraduate classes for dependents. Full-time staff work 36 hours and are paid for 40!! Stephens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit and employ qualified personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.