Hybrid Accounting Assistant bei Northwest Mississippi Community College
Northwest Mississippi Community College · Senatobia, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid
- Professional
- Optionales Büro in Senatobia
The Accounting Assistant supports the finance and accounting department by performing routine clerical and accounting tasks. This role is responsible for maintaining financial records, processing transactions, assisting with reporting, and ensuring accuracy in data entry and document management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a financial environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of financial and sensitive information
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in banking and/or higher education
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following;
- Provide support for special projects and financial reporting requirements.
- Assist with accounts receivable and payable transactions as needed.
- Assist with bank reconciliations and account reconciliations.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial documents.
- Communicate with vendors and internal staff to resolve payment inquiries.
- Monitor budgets and expenditures as directed by the accounting team.
- Process interdepartmental expenditures.
- Assist college staff with financial arrangements for events held at the college for fundraising and extracurricular activities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Controller.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook email and calendar management
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize and communicate clearly and effectively in a timely manner
- Strong written and verbal business communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Ability to collaborate with others and work as part of a team
- Be familiar with basic accounting transactions
- Basic knowledge of general ledger structure.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:
- Communicate with others in person, phone, and via email
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
- Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds
- Must have ability to walk, climb stairs, stand, bend, and squat
APPLICATION
To apply, please submit and attach the following:
- Application at www.northwestms.edu
- Resume
- Transcript(s)
- Three (3) Professional References: Name, Organization, Email Address and Telephone Number
Company
Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that “Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students’ lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services.”
Accreditation
Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Affirmative Action
Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address [email protected]; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address [email protected]; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address [email protected] or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email [email protected].
Safety Statement
The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.
