Communications: We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence: We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness: We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity: We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People: We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.
Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.
****POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED****The Sr. Accountant is responsible for providing advanced fiscal support in the administration and oversight of accounts receivable functions. This may include managing and monitoring activities such as invoicing, collections, refund processing, and account reconciliations. The position requires professionalism, attention to detail, flexibility to assume other duties as assigned, excellent organizational, analytical, and conflict resolution skills. The position ensures accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, as well as institutional policies and procedures. The position serves as a key point of contact, delivering high-quality service and support to students, faculty, staff, and the public.This position receives general direction from the Director of Financial Services and exercises supervision over support staff.
NOTE: This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired:
Knowledge of: 1. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standard accounting practices; 2. Student accounts receivable processes, including billing, collections, and reconciliations; 3. Cash management, internal controls, and financial reporting requirements; 4. FERPA regulations and confidentiality requirements related to student financial records; 5. Applicable federal, state, and institutional policies governing student accounts; Skills in: 6. Utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel functions (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, data analysis); 7. Using enterprise financial systems and student information systems; 8. Interpreting and applying rules, regulations, and policies to ensure compliance; 9. Analyzing financial data to identify discrepancies and resolve issues; 10. Organizing work with strong attention to detail and follow-through; 11. Providing excellent customer service in a student-facing environment; 12. Working independently exercising sound judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving in complex situations; 13. Maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards; Ability to: 14. Analyze and reconcile financial records, identifying and correcting errors; 15. Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; 16. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with diverse audiences; 17. Respond to inquiries and resolve complaints from students, staff, and external stakeholders; 18. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, college employees, and the general public; 19. Provide caring, high-quality service by creating welcoming experiences, communicating clearly and proactively, addressing needs with professionalism and empathy, and ensuring individuals are thoughtfully connected to appropriate resources.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard/Exposure-Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Experience: More than one year of work experience in a financial setting
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience: Work experience in an accounting or accounts receivables setting
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE: Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit www.dhs.gov/e-verify.
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment. http://www.mclennan.edu/employees/policy-manual/docs/E-XXXIV.pdf