Austin Community College Hiring for Accounting Manager Job at Austin, TX Full Time

Austin Community College (ACC) is seeking qualified interested applicants. To be considered for this position, interested applicants must also submit an ACC Employment Application from the College website at: https://austincc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Service-Center/Manager–Accounting_R-1107

This position reports to the Accounting Director

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To plan, direct, and coordinate the operations of the General Ledger and Accounts Payable departments.

Job Description:

Description of Duties and Tasks

1) Supervises, trains, coaches, directs, coordinates, and disciplines general ledger and accounts payable staff while adhering to organizational human resource policies and procedures as well as related employment laws. Recommends hire and termination personnel actions for positions supervised.

2) Plans, manages, and coordinates the operations of the General Ledger and Accounts Payable departments including account reconciliation, transaction processing, disbursements, financial reporting and analysis, and audit schedule preparation.

3) Prepares and/or reviews balance sheets, income statements, and other accounting statements and reports.

4) Develops and/or improves accounting processes and procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

5) Provides assistance to external auditors in examination of procedures and documents to produce the annual financial audit.

6) Collaborates with IT department to diagnose and correct system problems, and to develop new system processes, queries, and reports.

7) Coordinates schedules and requirements with Business Services management and other departments to enhance administrative operations.

8) Analyzes actions taken and requests made of Accounting Services, and recommends actions based on compliance and/or priorities.

9) Coordinates the closing of the monthly and annual books, and provides assistance to college staff in relation to resolving budget-related problems.

10) Responds to financial inquiries by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data.

11) Prepares custom reports by studying variances; preparing and reviewing budgets; and developing forecasts.

12) Complies with state and federal requirements by studying regulations, adhering to requirements, and collaborating with leadership on the required actions.

Knowledge ​

* Automated accounting systems.
* Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
* Government accounting standards as set by the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB).
* General ledger, accounts payable, and restricted accounting practices and standards.
* Annual auditing processes.
* Supervisory principles, practices, and methods.

Skills ​

* Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials.
* Maintaining an established work schedule.
* Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy.
* Effectively using organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
* Developing process improvements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP).
* Effectively supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.
* Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Technology Skills ​

* Use a variety of spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software.
* Use automated financial systems.

Required Work Experience ​

* Three years related work experience including one year supervisory experience.
* Completion of the ACC Supervisor Certificate Series Program will satisfy the supervisory experience required for this position.

Preferred Work Experience

* Work experience in fund accounting and/or in a higher education environment.

Required Education ​

* Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field.

Other Preferred Qualifications ​

* Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
* Master’s degree in accounting or related field.

Physical Requirements ​

* Work is performed in a standard office or similar environment.
* Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
* Occasional lifting of objects up to 10 pounds.

Safety

* Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

ACC is committed to the ongoing systemic changes needed to ensure the increased recruitment, inclusion, retention, and completion of historically underserved and under represented populations. Through continual strategic community engagement and professional development of administrators, faculty, staff, and students, the college demonstrates its dedication to fostering a culture and climate for equitable outcomes.

As an open access and low-cost institution, ACC is proud to serve a diverse student body. Dedicated faculty members are excellent professors who help students achieve their educational goals and are sensitive to the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds of our students. In 2017 our faculty adopted a Statement of ACC Faculty Values. This Statement affirms that ACC’s faculty members value collaboration, service, agency, scholarship, inclusion, and teaching, all of which attest to our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our mission.

Austin Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,645.00 – $100,920.00 per year

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All who come to Austin Community College campuses and centers will be required to follow new Health & Safety Protocols: https://www.austincc.edu/coronavirus/health-and-safety-protocols

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Related: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location