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Manager of Accounting Services at Prairie State College

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.

Location: CHICAGO HEIGHTS, Illinois





Job Description:

Posting Number:

S0375P


Classification:

Manager


DBM Rating:

C44


Position Number:

063


Position Title:

Manager of Accounting Services


Position Type:

Managerial


Status of Position:

Staff - Full Time


Union:

Non-Union


FLSA:

Exempt


Position Summary:

The Accounting Manager, along with the Controller, is responsible for managing the financialaccounting and reporting activities of the College and Foundation and ensuring the timely andaccurate recording of college-wide transactions, financial reporting, and monthly and year-endclosings.


Reporting and Supervisory Relationships:



  1. Direct reporting relationship to the Controller/Director of Business Services

  2. Direct supervisory relationship with grant accountant





Essential Responsibilities:



  1. Coordinates preparations for financial audits with the Controller.

  2. Assists in the preparation of work papers and supporting schedules for annual audit.

  3. Prepares/Performs numerous and varied Excel spreadsheets, reports, account analyses, as needed to assist the Controller and VP of Finance.

  4. Assist in designing improved financial reports and processes.

  5. Backup to the Controller for various bank related duties.

  6. Prepares annual SEFA (Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards) and support for Grant program.

  7. Manages and monitors outstanding accounts receivables for grants & contracts; prioritizes the collection process.

  8. Perform analytics related to budget vs. actual and develop commentaries to explain material differences.

  9. Review and submit fiscal reports for the funding sources.

  10. Assist in formulating procedures and operating policies to assure continuing compliance with grant & contract related accounting and financial reporting.

  11. Prepares co-op and chargeback enrollment reports.

  12. Reconcile sponsorship billing.

  13. Performs related duties as assigned.





Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Employee is subject to indoor work, and protected from weather conditions. Work is sedentary in nature and involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently/constantly in order to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.


Minimum Qualifications:



  1. Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration or related field.

  2. Three to five years of related accounting experience.

  3. Demonstrated experience with an integrated computer accounting system, proficiency with MS Excel or other spreadsheet software (intermediate level).

  4. Ability to develop, analyze and interpret policy and procedures, as well as financial data.

  5. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

  6. Effective oral and written communication skills.





Preferred Qualifications:



  1. Master's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, public administration or related field.

  2. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certificate or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certificate.

  3. Three years of experience in fund accounting.

  4. Familiarity with GASB, FASB, AICPA and NACUBO accounting pronouncements and guidance.





Anticipated Work Hours and Days:

Monday thru Friday, 8a.m. to 4:30 p.m.


Salary:

(min) 62,002 (mid) 80,606 (max) 99,210


Posting Date:

07/24/2024


Open Until Filled:

Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants:

All applications must be submitted electronically.


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