Staff Accountant

1 week ago


St Louis, Missouri, United States Harris-Stowe State University Full time
Job Description

Harris-Stowe State University is a historically Black institution (HBCU) located in the heart of vibrant mid-town St. Louis, Missouri. Harris-Stowe's beautiful campus is minutes from the renown Gateway Arch, St. Louis Zoo, St. Louis Art and History Museums, Forest Park and other cultural and educational institutions. Harris-Stowe's diverse faculty and staff provide a wide range of academic programs to one of the most culturally diverse student bodies in the St. Louis region.

Job Summary:

The Staff Accountant is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing financial reports and ensuring accurate financial data for the institution. This role involves working closely with various departments to support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, budgeting, auditing and financial planning activities.

Essential Functions:

  • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.
  • Provide oversight for travel settlements.
  • Prepare and review financial statements and reports
  • Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Conduct monthly and year-end close processes
  • Support internal and external audits by providing requested documentation and explanations.
  • Ensure compliance with university policies and relevant regulations.
  • Assist with special projects and financial analysis as needed.

Minimum Experience and Education:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum 2-3 years of accounting experience, in high education or non-profit organization.
  • CPA certification or progress towards certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
  • Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of Jenzebar 1 a plus.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Supervisory Responsibility:

  • None

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body
  • Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a signification degree

Working Conditions and Environment:

  • Work is routinely performed in a typical interior/office environment
  • Very limited or no exposure to physical risk

Please note that due to the high volume of applicant inquiries, we are unable to accept phone calls or walk-in inquiries regarding applicant status. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Harris-Stowe State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and assigned for this position. This is not an exhaustive list, nor is it limited to all duties and responsibilities associated with the position. HSSU management reserves the right to amend and change the responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.


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