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Job Description
Tyler Junior College gives equal consideration to all applicants for admission, employment and participation in its programs and activities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, veteran status or limited English proficiency (LEP). Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. All positions are on-site, located in Tyler, Texas, unless otherwise stated in the job posting. ABOUT Under the supervision of the Director, Foundation Accounting, the Foundation Accountant serves as the primary accountant for the Tyler Junior College Foundation , exercis ing independent judgment and discretion in planning and carrying out the duties of the job. This role ensures accurate processing of contributions, accounts payable, financial record maintenance and reporting, while also assist ing with audit preparation .
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Perform and maintain assigned Foundation accounting functions in accordance with Foundation guidelines and generally accepted accounting principles. Perform general Foundation accounting functions such as processing invoices for payment, monitoring receivables, preparing bank account reconciliations, and process ing weekly bank deposit s . Assist with the creation and maintenance of internal control structures to preserve the integrity of financial transactions and the appropriate presentation of activity in the financial statements. Prepare monthly schedules and reports, including financial statements and activity reports. Prepare the month-end and year-end closing journal entries, making adjustment journal entries as necessary. Review and post journal entries to the general ledger. Review and reconcile general ledger accounts to the subsidiary ledgers and externally-provided statements. Maintain monthly financial records. Assist with the fulfillment of information requests for the annual external audit and the annual Form 990 preparation, including the preparation of supporting schedules and reports. Assist in creating and monitoring the foundation budget to ensure responsible utilization of financial resources. Support the Foundation's scholarship award process, i ncluding confirmation of restricted account earnings, preparation of schedules and projections used for awarding and investment decisions , as well as m onitor ing awarded funds to ensure compliance. Notify appropriate Foundation and Scholarship personnel of variances. Monitor Foundation grant activity, prepare related financial reports. Assist with annual federal and state reporting requirements, including 1099 reporting and the state non-profit report. Assist with preparation of special reports, including gathering data for annual Foundation and Advancement benchmarking survey s. Provide support to the Director, Foundation Accounting , the Chief Business Officer , and the Vice President for Institutional Advancement/Executive Dire ctor of the Foundation with other Foundation and accounting-related duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Demonstrated knowledge of accounting principles and best practices. Knowledge of accounting software and functions. Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Word/Excel. Ability to support the accounting for multiple financial accounts. Ability to maintain confidentiality of office information. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact professionally and tactfully with people of different levels of education, cultural backgrounds, and life experiences, and to exhibit an adequate level of respect to fellow employees and the College community at large. Ability to handle multiple detail - orient ed tasks simultaneously and work independently.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Individual Contributor Work Environment:
Normal working hours are Monday through Friday. Some deadlines and job requirements will occasionally require work outside of normal business hours.
Yes - Minimal ( May be expected to drive a fleet vehicle on occasion for College or Foundation business ) If travel is required, the candidate must have and maintain a current, valid Texas driver's license and an acceptable driving record .
WHO YOU ARE
Required Education Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or accounting Required Experience One to two years' experience in an accounting environment Broad knowledge of general accounting principles, practices, and procedures Preferred Education Master's degree in business, finance, or accounting. Preferred Experience Experience with college/university or governmental accounting. Experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning system such as Banner or PeopleSoft. Experience with Foundation/Advancement-related systems, such as Raiser's Edge Preferred Credentials Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or significant progress toward certification.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION EXPECTATIONS
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change at any time, with or without notice. Will have contact - in person, by email, or by phone - with staff, students, and the general public. Must exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of staff and students and to staff and students with disabilities. Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of each employee.
NOTE:
With or without reasonable accommodation, the individual in this position must possess the competencies and must be able to perform the essential functions and duties of the job as described above, including essential tasks requiring specific physical demands. This is a security-sensitive position. Candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
