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Urgent! Accountant I Job Opening In Fayette – Now Hiring Alcorn State University



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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.

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 Physical Requirements Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds Occasionally Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds Travel Occasionally Extended Work Hours Occasionally


    Required Skill Profession

    Financial Specialists



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