Aquinas College - Grand Rapids · 1 day ago
Accountant
Grand Rapids, MI, US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAquinas College is an inclusive educational community that provides a liberal arts education. They are seeking an Accountant to support the Business Office with payroll administration and related accounting functions, ensuring accurate payroll processing, tax compliance, and financial reporting.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Process biweekly and monthly payrolls accurately and on schedule
Process payroll corrections and tax adjustments
Generate and distribute payroll reports as needed
Reconcile benefit invoices with payroll records
Maintain and update compensation projections
Prepare documentation for the annual worker’s compensation audit
Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations, including contributions, pledges, balance sheet accounts, bank accounts, and investment statements
Lead the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate reporting
Prepare the monthly sales tax return
Assist with 1099 and 990 reporting
Assist with the year-end financial statement audit and closing process
Support the annual budgeting process and monitor budgets throughout the year
Monitor and report on federal, state, and private grant activity
Prepare unclaimed property filings in accordance with state requirements
Maintain budget manager access within the College’s financial systems
Ensure compliance with institutional credit card policies
Serve as backup for accounts payable and accounts receivable processing
Perform other duties as assigned to support the Business Office and College operations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field required
Two or more years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and payroll, or a combination of education and experience commensurate with position requirements
Strong knowledge of payroll processes, payroll tax compliance, and benefit accounting
Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in financial recordkeeping
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
Preferred
Experience with ADP and/or Ellucian Colleague preferred; experience with other payroll or ERP systems accepted
Benefits
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
Generous paid vacation each year
16 paid holidays
Paid sick time and short-term disability
College-paid life and AD&D insurance
Free tuition at Aquinas after one year of full-time employment
Company
Aquinas College - Grand Rapids
Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mark Babin
Retired Professor and CFO
Scott Hopkins
Founder and Leader of Aquinas College K-Pop Dance Club
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