Senior Accountant

Trinity, a comprehensive university in the nation’s capital, seeks a Senior Accountant who will be part of a dynamic team in the office of Business Affairs. This position will report directly to the associate controller. Trinity emphasizes excellence and innovation in teaching and learning across a full range of liberal arts and professional disciplines in undergraduate and graduate education. As such, we are looking for someone who enjoys a challenge, who understands and will support Trinity’s mission, is able to prioritize when faced with several important deadlines, and most importantly works well in a team environment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field required.
• CPA required.

SPECIAL LICENSES, REGISTRATION OR CERTIFICATION:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) must be current.

LEVEL & TYPE OF EXPERIENCE:

• At least five years of relevant experience, preferably as a Staff Accountant at a college or nonprofit organization.
• Experience with Great Plains and Power Campus database systems preferred.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers.
• Intermediate proficiency level with Microsoft Excel

SCHEDULE:

• 40 hours per week minimum
• Includes rotation of evening and weekend coverage

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (Functions and Tasks):

• Perform monthly reconciliations of general ledger cash and non- cash accounts.
• Prepare and analyze financial data for department planning.
• Prepare timely and accurate financial reports.
• Review daily donor gift entries.
• Complete excel schedules for monthly and annual closing processes and compile annual audit schedules for general ledger accounts.
• Prepare audit lead sheets for annual audits.
• Perform monthly Title IV reconciliations.
• Review and prepare cash receipt deposits.
• Research and resolve cash receipt or account receivable-related inquiries.
• Serve as a backup for accounts payable, student refund processing, cash receipts entering, and collections accounting.
• Assists students in making payment arrangements and payment plans, as needed.
• Manage campus-wide parking permit system and processes.
• Other duties as assigned

Interested candidates who meet the criteria should click the link below to complete an application.

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Trinity Washington University is dedicated to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its students, faculty and staff. Trinity is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourages all qualified individuals to apply.