Senior Accountant (Part Time) (Education)
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for all aspects of accounting and financial reporting for assigned area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, general ledger maintenance, journal voucher postings, the periodic reconciliation of accounts and the attendant resolution of reconciling items, general ledger interface with subsidiary systems, Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) research, financial analysis, and audit worksheet preparation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (Other duties may be assigned:)
- Perform subsidiary ledger maintenance, collection of funds transactions, financial aid accounting, periodic financial reports, student financial transactions, financial aid collection of funds, Federal, State, and grant contract accounting, all aspects of accounting support for construction programs, forecasting of cash requirements, preparation of the Annual Financial Report and audit schedules in compliance with OMB Circular 133 and the State of Texas Single Audit Circular
- Support and interface with budget authorities, management, customers, service providers, and all staff levels on accounting matters, and the supervision of accounting staff members as assigned
- Controls proper cut-off of all assigned transactions on an ongoing basis and prepares a final accounting of transactions where required
- Generates all fiscal reports required by management and if applicable by federal state regulation and/or contract covenant
- Monitors, accounts for, and administers the payment of assigned transactions such as student book purchases, tuition and fees, student aid checks, debt service and construction programs
- Provide direct accounting and reporting support to budget managers and their staff as required
- Reconcile and correct all reconciling items of all assigned accounting transactions on an ongoing basis
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in accounting requiredCPA or MBA highly preferredEXPERIENCE
5 years accounting experience required; including 3 years working with General Ledger Maintenance
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of state reporting requirements.
- Thorough working knowledge of the application of general accounting principles.
- Knowledge of external and internal financial auditing procedures.
- Knowledge and skill in MS Office, Information Management Systems and Budget Management required.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country's largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you'll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City's 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don't forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation's top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston's cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
- Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
- Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
- PO Box 667517
- Houston, TX 77266
- 713.718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
