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Northwest Nazarene University · 2 months ago

Assistant Controller / Senior Accountant

Nampa,ID,US

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Northwest Nazarene University is seeking an Assistant Controller / Senior Accountant to support the Controller in managing the University’s accounting operations. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with GAAP, and supporting effective decision-making across campus.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Prepare and review monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger analyses

Support monthly soft close and annual year-end close processes

Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and supporting schedules for the external audit

Coordinate the annual IRS Form 990 preparation and filing

Assist with development and implementation of accounting policies and internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance

Oversee non-student accounts receivable, including invoicing, collections, and reconciliations

Assist in the preparation and filing of monthly state tax reports and remittances (Sales/Use Tax, Travel & Convention Tax, etc.)

Review and maintain vendor tax identification information; prepare and submit annual Form 1099s

Provide financial reporting and budget analysis support for departments across the University

Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the annual institutional budget

Review and approve Accounts Payable check and direct deposit batches

Monitor Positive Pay exceptions through Banking system

Crosstrain and provide backup support for key accounting functions (invoicing, cash disbursements, U-Card processing, etc.)

Support financial process improvements and participate in system upgrades or implementations

Serve on committees, task forces, special projects

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

GAAP knowledgeAccounting experienceMicrosoft ExcelCPA licenseFund accountingAnalytical skillsSupervisory experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Minimum of three years of progressive accounting experience

Demonstrated knowledge of GAAP and familiarity with nonprofit or higher education accounting principles

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and aptitude for learning new financial systems

Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to accuracy and detail

Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion

All candidates must have a Christian perspective (preferably in the Wesleyan tradition) and must be comfortable with and in agreement with the mission and lifestyle values of NNU