Staff Accountant
<p>A well-established <strong>private higher education institution</strong> in San Marcos is seeking an experienced <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to support the finance and administrative division. This role offers a stable, mission-driven work environment and the chance to contribute to the success of an organization dedicated to learning and community service. The ideal candidate is organized, deadline-focused, and comfortable handling a variety of accounting functions in a collaborative office setting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain the general ledger and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.</li><li>Prepare bank reconciliations, journal entries, and account analyses.</li><li>Track and reconcile grants, scholarships, and departmental budgets.</li><li>Assist with year-end audits and regulatory compliance reports.</li><li>Reconcile payroll and benefits-related accounts.</li><li>Support budget preparation and variance analysis.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and assist with management reporting.</li><li>Utilize <strong>Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains)</strong> or similar ERP software.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.</li><li>3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in <strong>education or nonprofit</strong> settings.</li><li>Strong knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting principles.</li><li>Experience with <strong>Microsoft Dynamics GP</strong>, <strong>Ellucian</strong>, or <strong>NetSuite</strong> preferred.</li><li>Excellent Excel and data reconciliation skills.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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- Solana Beach, CA
- onsite
- Temporary
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31.00 - 37.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>A well-established <strong>private higher education institution</strong> in San Marcos is seeking an experienced <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to support the finance and administrative division. This role offers a stable, mission-driven work environment and the chance to contribute to the success of an organization dedicated to learning and community service. The ideal candidate is organized, deadline-focused, and comfortable handling a variety of accounting functions in a collaborative office setting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain the general ledger and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings.</li><li>Prepare bank reconciliations, journal entries, and account analyses.</li><li>Track and reconcile grants, scholarships, and departmental budgets.</li><li>Assist with year-end audits and regulatory compliance reports.</li><li>Reconcile payroll and benefits-related accounts.</li><li>Support budget preparation and variance analysis.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and assist with management reporting.</li><li>Utilize <strong>Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains)</strong> or similar ERP software.</li></ul>
- 2025-11-05T23:38:46Z