Senior Accountant

7 hours ago

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States South College Full time


Full-time

Description

Senior Accountant

Benefits 

  • Front Loaded PTO
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision 
  • 401(k) – with Employer Contribution

South College - We are one of the nation's fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.

Almost 20,000 Students

10 Campuses 

Competency Based Education

Online

Senior Accountant Description

South College is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our growing Accounting and Finance team. Our ideal candidate will possess strong accounting knowledge, excellent communication skills, the ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment, have strong attention to detail, and work well with a team.

Responsibilities

  • Execute month-end close procedures of assigned areas, including the preparation of journal entries, accrual computations, account reconciliations and tie-outs, and the development of various financial reporting schedules.
  • Oversee fixed asset management by maintaining the full accounting cycle for fixed assets, including documenting processes and internal controls, tracking construction-in-progress (CIP), and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure timely updates and accurate reporting of capital projects and expenditures.
  • Prepare detailed audit schedules and compile supporting documentation to facilitate successful execution of external audits.
  • Understand, evaluate, and refine existing financial processes and internal controls over assigned areas to promote efficiencies, support a strong internal control environment, and improve profitability. 
  • Perform ad hoc data analysis to identify gaps and areas for improvement to support the continued operational and financial success of the school.
  • Gain an understanding of the school's bank accounts, monitor daily bank transactions, and research bank issues when they arise.
  • Assist with implementation of new software

Requirements

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree required

Licensure

  • CPA preferred, but not required

Experience:

  • Minimum 3+ years of accounting or finance related experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP's, pivot tables) and Word
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and general ledger accounting experience
  • Excellent communicatio and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to multi-task, work independently, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 
  • High attention to detail and a strong problem -solving mindset.
  • Mindset to always be looking for continuous process improvement and innovation 

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