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Wilson Community College . Under the direction of the Controller, performs responsible specialized accounting tasks in the accounting financial management functions for the College and assists in the supervision of the business office. Support the Business Office in the day-to-day operations, which include, but not limited to, maintaining financial records, reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries and various reports, overseeing the EAGLE program, and assisting with the preparation of financial statements. The successful candidate must possess exceptional organizational and time management skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong attention to detail. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reconcile monthly bank statements for the College and monitor daily cash balances in the state disbursing account and county and institutional bank accounts. Manage the collection process for insufficient checks and credit card chargebacks. Prepare affidavit and stop payments for lost, stolen and/or destroyed checks. Perform POSPAY process for all state, county and institutional checks. Perform an audit of Accounts Receivable, Bookstore, Cosmetology daily reports. Ensure internal control procedures are in place and provide oversight to the college's internal control program (EAGLE). Coordinate and schedule annual College-wide risk assessments and review internal control activities for the EAGLE program. Organize and coordinate a team to assist in administering the EAGLE program. Prepare check requests as needed and authorized by the Controller and/or Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services/CFO. Prepare and/or record to the system journal entries and budget entries as needed and authorized by the Controller and/or Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services/CFO. Prepare financial summaries for Wilson Community College Board of Trustees' Finance Committee and Board of Trustees. Assist the Controller with the preparation of financial reports including, but not limited to, monthly reports, quarterly reports, fiscal year-end reports, and calendar year-end reports. Assist with the preparation and submission of various reports and other information to the North Carolina Community College System, Department of Education, auditor and other federal, state and local agencies. Assist departmental personnel with budget/accounting questions, proper expenditure coding, document processing and other accounting related activities. Assist with maintaining the general accounting system for the College in accordance with NC Community College System accounting procedures. Ensure compliance with accounting rules and regulating bodies. Act in all delegated capacities in the Controller's absence. Assist auditors during audit visits. Serve on institutional committees as appointed. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Principles and practices of PCs and related software, especially Excel. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Learn educational-based financial software systems and other computer software programs. Perform a variety of specialized accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and others. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, administrators, other governmental officials, and employees. Work a flexible schedule. College-wide Expectations
WCC places a high value on creating an engaged, collaborative campus environment; therefore, employees are required to complete their work hours in person on WCC's campus. By working on campus and in person, employees have greater opportunities to engage with students and co-workers, attend on-site meetings and presentations, recruit students, and support local business and industry partners. Education and Experience
Required Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field At least two years of experience in accounting or related field Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field Working knowledge of the principles and theories of fund accounting Experience in a community college setting Experience with financial software Datatel (Colleague) Unofficial transcripts must be included with your online application before submission or sent directly to Human Resources immediately after applying. Failure to provide transcripts may result in your application not being fully considered. Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
Accounting
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Assistant Controller
role at
Wilson Community College . Under the direction of the Controller, performs responsible specialized accounting tasks in the accounting financial management functions for the College and assists in the supervision of the business office. Support the Business Office in the day-to-day operations, which include, but not limited to, maintaining financial records, reconciling general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries and various reports, overseeing the EAGLE program, and assisting with the preparation of financial statements. The successful candidate must possess exceptional organizational and time management skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong attention to detail. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reconcile monthly bank statements for the College and monitor daily cash balances in the state disbursing account and county and institutional bank accounts. Manage the collection process for insufficient checks and credit card chargebacks. Prepare affidavit and stop payments for lost, stolen and/or destroyed checks. Perform POSPAY process for all state, county and institutional checks. Perform an audit of Accounts Receivable, Bookstore, Cosmetology daily reports. Ensure internal control procedures are in place and provide oversight to the college's internal control program (EAGLE). Coordinate and schedule annual College-wide risk assessments and review internal control activities for the EAGLE program. Organize and coordinate a team to assist in administering the EAGLE program. Prepare check requests as needed and authorized by the Controller and/or Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services/CFO. Prepare and/or record to the system journal entries and budget entries as needed and authorized by the Controller and/or Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services/CFO. Prepare financial summaries for Wilson Community College Board of Trustees' Finance Committee and Board of Trustees. Assist the Controller with the preparation of financial reports including, but not limited to, monthly reports, quarterly reports, fiscal year-end reports, and calendar year-end reports. Assist with the preparation and submission of various reports and other information to the North Carolina Community College System, Department of Education, auditor and other federal, state and local agencies. Assist departmental personnel with budget/accounting questions, proper expenditure coding, document processing and other accounting related activities. Assist with maintaining the general accounting system for the College in accordance with NC Community College System accounting procedures. Ensure compliance with accounting rules and regulating bodies. Act in all delegated capacities in the Controller's absence. Assist auditors during audit visits. Serve on institutional committees as appointed. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles. Automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Principles and practices of PCs and related software, especially Excel. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Learn educational-based financial software systems and other computer software programs. Perform a variety of specialized accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and others. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, students, administrators, other governmental officials, and employees. Work a flexible schedule. College-wide Expectations
WCC places a high value on creating an engaged, collaborative campus environment; therefore, employees are required to complete their work hours in person on WCC's campus. By working on campus and in person, employees have greater opportunities to engage with students and co-workers, attend on-site meetings and presentations, recruit students, and support local business and industry partners. Education and Experience
Required Associate's Degree in Accounting or related field At least two years of experience in accounting or related field Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field Working knowledge of the principles and theories of fund accounting Experience in a community college setting Experience with financial software Datatel (Colleague) Unofficial transcripts must be included with your online application before submission or sent directly to Human Resources immediately after applying. Failure to provide transcripts may result in your application not being fully considered. Wilson Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the ADA, if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for this position, please notify the Human Resources Office. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries
Accounting
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