Senior Accountant, Disbursement Management Salary $66,000.00

• $74,000.

00 Annually Location Blue Bell Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 202600212 Division Finance & Enrollment Services Department Accounting-Bus. Off. Opening Date 07/13/2026 Closing Date 8/2/2026 12:00 AM Eastern FLSA Exempt Job Level 16 Reports To Assistant Controller Classification Administrator Description Benefits Questions

BASIC PURPOSE

The Senior Accountant, Disbursement Management is responsible for overseeing the College's payroll and accounts payable operations while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of disbursement-related financial activities. Reporting to the Controller, this position supervises payroll and accounts payable staff, performs complex accounting and reconciliation functions, supports financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes, and annual audit activities, and partners with departments across the College to promote efficient and effective financial operations.

• This position has been approved for a flexible work option arrangement. Flexible work options can be ended at any time by the College, Cabinet, and/or supervisors based on employee performance and/or as institutional needs change.
• A credit history check is required before starting on the first day.

This posting will accept applications through Sunday, August 2nd.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Payroll (40%)

• Manage the College's payroll function, including participating in payroll processing as needed to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll operations.
• Supervise payroll staff by providing leadership, training, performance feedback, and oversight of daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll laws and reporting requirements.
• Prepare payroll-related reconciliations, journal entries, tax reporting, and year-end processing, including Forms W-2.
• Serve as the College's primary resource for payroll-related questions, reporting, and compliance.
• Coordinate payroll activities with Human Resources and other campus departments. Accounts Payable (35%)
• Oversee the College's accounts payable function, including vendor payments and Foundation disbursements.
• Supervise accounts payable staff while ensuring efficient workflow and strong internal controls.
• Ensure appropriate internal controls and compliance with College policies.
• Prepare accounts payable reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and annual Form 1099 reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. Accounting & Financial Operations (25%)
• Perform general ledger reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end and year-end close activities.
• Prepare financial analyses, schedules, and reports in support of management decision-making.
• Support annual audits and other regulatory or financial reporting requirements.
• Assist in the development, documentation, and maintenance of accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible accounting experience required; experience in payroll, human resources, and/or accounts payable is preferred.
• Previous supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, accounting software, Microsoft Office, and advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state payroll tax regulations and employment laws.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education, governmental, or nonprofit accounting.
• Experience with Ellucian Colleague or similar ERP systems. Core Competencies
• Financial & Technical Expertise
• Demonstrates strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and commitment to accuracy, compliance, and internal controls.
• Leadership & Collaboration
• Effectively supervises staff, builds productive working relationships, and partners across the College to achieve shared goals.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identifies opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Accountability & Service
• Delivers high-quality work with professionalism, responsiveness, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.

Montgomery County Community College is committed to assuring equal opportunity to all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, ancestry, national origin, age, affectional or sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender presentation, veteran's status, marital status or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable statutes. Inquiries concerning Title IX relating to equal opportunity on the basis of sex should be referred to: Title IX Coordinator, Mikiba W. Morehead, Ed.

D., TNG, LLC, at titleixcoordinator@mc3.edu . All other equal opportunity inquiries, including those based upon disability, should be referred to: The Director of Equity, Diversity & Belonging, at 504@mc3.edu or 215-619-7383. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our benefits page. 01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline? Yes No 02 Do you have a minimum of four (4) years of progressively responsible accounting experience (experience in payroll, human resources, and/or accounts payable preferred)? Yes No 03 Do you have strong knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting? Yes No 04 Do you have previous supervisory or lead experience? Yes No Required Question Employer Montgomery County Community College (PA) Address 340 DeKalb Pike Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, 19422 Phone 215-641-6544 Website https://www.mc3.edu