Job Description

Job Description:

Wittenberg University is inviting applications for a Staff Accountant in the Business Services office. This individual supports the maintenance of the University's financial records by processing data in a manner consistent with current accounting practices to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting. This is a full-time, exempt (salary) position, reporting to the Assistant Controller.


Essential functions include but are not limited to:

Support the University's audit, year-end closing process, preparation of audit schedules and all necessary work files.
Serve as the liaison between the Accounting Office and internal and external constituents requiring financial services, especially related to gift processing, payroll, cash management, and restricted use accounts.
Coordinate operational activity within the University financial management system and assist other departments including faculty, staff, and student organizations.
Reconcile balance sheet accounts, bank statements, trust accounts, deductions, and credit card transactions.
Close the general ledger on a monthly basis and generate system financial statements, including but not limited to preparation of journal entries, data entry, and posting of entries to the general ledger.
Maintain and reconcile the Fixed Asset System.
Oversee the audit of university purchasing cards in accordance with established university policy.
Process internal downloads daily for import to the general ledger.
Coordinate cash movement including payments and receipts and monitor the operating cash account activity daily.
Perform financial analysis, research and resolve account discrepancies.
Provide guidance and direction to student employees.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned such as special projects, programs, developmental activities, etc.

Requirements:

Requirements include:

A bachelor's degree is required. An Associate's degree with 3-5 years of relevant work experience will be considered.
At least 3 - 5 years of relevant experience required.
Working knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office software, specifically advanced proficiency in the use of Excel (using Formula and Data tabs and their associated tools), and basic proficiency with Word and PowerPoint. Ability and desire to learn additional software applications preferred.
Experience in a higher education setting is preferred.
Preference will be given to individuals holding a CPA or CMA (or CPA/CMA candidate).
Experience with Ellucian Colleague, Fundriver, or other accounting software required.
High degree of accuracy; initiative and adaptability; attention to detail; strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work; ability to maintain confidentiality.
The work of this position is primarily performed on campus, and will be eligible for consideration of a flexible work schedule based on the university's policies which are subject to change.
Work in a typical office environment with the ability to adapt to different meeting spaces as needed to perform essential duties of position.
Ability to frequently operate a computer and other office machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
Ability to communicate information and ideas to others.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and ever-changing priorities.

Additional Information:

Wittenberg is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of our student body and society at-large. Please see our notice of nondiscrimination housed on our website.


Wittenberg University is committed to preventing and addressing sexual misconduct in our campus community. Click here to view our Title IX policies.


The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.


Employment at Wittenberg University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).



For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas. Wittenberg University participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.