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Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that bank entries are posted timely, accurately, and reconciled to the University’s general ledger. He/she analyzes revenue and expense accounts to ensure the state budget is maintained.

Job Title

Accountant I

FLSA Status

Exempt

Posted Salary Range

Commensurate with experience.

Employment Status

Full Time

Department

Accounting

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that bank entries are posted timely, accurately, and reconciled to the University’s general ledger. He/she analyzes revenue and expense accounts to ensure the state budget is maintained.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Strong communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal.

Effective time management skills.

Strong analytical skills.

Ability to interpret federal and state laws and regulations.

Ability to analyze financial data and effectively communicate findings to management.

Ability to make sound and independent judgements.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains the general ledger, including preparation of journal entries with supporting analysis and documentation.
• Completes monthly and year-end balancing and reconciling for state, federal and institutional funds.
• Sets up new accounts, reconciles accounts and closes monthly books.
• Reconciles bank accounts timely, verifies deposits, and addresses bank inquiries.
• Runs payroll feed processes to the general ledger, making journal entries as needed.
• Assists in the preparation of year-end financial statements.
• Other related duties, as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Two (s) years’ accounting experience.
  
  

Licensing And Certifications

N/A

Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 Pounds

Occasionally

Travel

Occasionally

Extended Work Hours

Occasionally

Posting Number

S1089

Number Of Vacancies

1

Location:

Lorman

Open Date

12/13/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University

Equal Employment Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination

Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Advertising Summary

Excellent Benefits Package

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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  Online Audio and Video Media

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