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Staff Accountant, Career Level P2, Exempt

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Posting Details

Position Information

Date New Hire Needed

Job Title Staff Accountant, Career Level P2, Exempt

Department Accounting

Position Summary Information

Job Summary

As a Staff Accountant at Grinnell, you will play a valuable role in the financial operations of the College which supports our campus community and mission.

In This Role, You Will:

+ Account for restricted funds: Work collaboratively with Development & Alumni Relations and the Office of Corporate, Foundation and Government Relations to provide accounting support for restricted gifts and grants.

+ Complete general accounting functions and financial reporting: Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and audit workpapers; forecast use of restricted funds.

+ Collaborate with campus partners: Work with budget managers to provide information and available balances of restricted funds. Provide information as needed to support donor stewardship.

If you are a detail-oriented professional, interested in accounting and finance, and want to be a key part of our supportive and dynamic team, we would love to connect with you.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Accounting for restricted gifts (current-use and endowed) including working with budget managers across campus to ensure timely and effective use of gift funds.

+ Monthly accounting of the pooled endowment and reserve funds.

+ Monitor and follow up on restricted gift funds. Provide reports to campus partners as requested.

+ Assist with accounting for external grants (government and private funders) including administration, compliance, and financial reporting.

+ Oversee prize, fellowship and internship payments to ensure donor funds are applied correctly; Notify recipients of tax implications.

+ Assist with maintenance of general ledger chart of accounts and database providing budget managers access to their budgets.

+ Collaborate with other accounting team members and the campus community on various processes and projects.

+ Participate in committees, professional groups, and seminars to stay updated on trends and best practices in budgeting and finance.

+ Assist the Accounting Department with other duties as needed.

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGE

Grinnell College is a top-ranked private liberal arts institution located in Grinnell, Iowa that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the College across all constituencies.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university

+ 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience

+ Able to think conceptually

+ Good organizational and planning skills; ability to meet deadlines

+ Strong attention to detail

+ Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of constituents

+ Independent self-starter with developed critical thinking skills

+ Capability to analyze and interpret policies, terms and conditions, regulations

+ Ability to work collaboratively and recognizes the value of teamwork

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

+ BA in accounting, finance, or another business degree

+ Prior higher education or nonprofit experience

Link to Job Description Staff Accountant (http://web.grinnell.edu/humanresources/ApplicantTracking/StaffAccountant.PDF)

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FLSA Category Exempt

Staff/Faculty Staff

Employment Status Full-Time

Employment Category Regular

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Closing Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.

Open Until Filled No

Posting Number S01158

Diversity Statement

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.

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