Accounting Officer

Position Type: Staff

Department: Financial Affairs

FLSA: Exempt

Union/Non Union: Non Union

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Job Description Summary:

The Accounting Officer provides day-to-day leadership of the College’s general accounting operations and financial reporting processes to support accurate, timely, and effective financial management and internal controls. Oversees activities including grants accounting, accounts payable, payments, account reconciliations, journal entries, account creation, month-end close, financial reporting support, and accounting for capital improvement projects. Provides staff leadership and development while supporting the Controller’s direct oversight of grants compliance, cash management, receivables, student refunds, and other areas presenting significant regulatory, financial, or reputational risk to the College.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting required.

• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in accounting, financial reporting, or related financial management functions.

• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience

• Experience working with a complex financial management system.

• Experience in a college environment preferred.

• CPA preferred.

Job Requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.

• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Prince George’s Community College provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. Accommodation determinations are made on a case-by-case basis. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Equity, Culture, and Talent ( ECT ) department.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health and welfare coverage.

Application Status: you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.