Staff Accountant (full time)
The Staff Accountant, along with the Controller, directs and coordinates the accounting and finance operations of Landmark College, helping to ensure the fiscal integrity and long-term financial viability of the College. Responsibilities include payroll processing, maintenance of financial records; reconciliation of general ledger accounts, including cash accounts; reconciliation of payroll activities; preparation and payment of taxes and related reports; payment of fringe benefits; preparation of internal financial reporting; financial analyses; and other supervisory, oversight, management and analytical functions as assigned.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Prepare and process payroll through the payroll service timely and accurately, including related taxes and benefits.
- Maintain and reconcile accounting and payroll data for the general ledger and subsidiary financial records necessary to fully document balance sheet position and income statement activity.
- Compile accounting data, records and reporting for accounts payable, receivable and all operating funds received including gifts, state and federal student financial aid, state and federal grants and contracts, and special projects to ensure the prompt and accurate fulfillment of Landmark's financial obligations.
- Assist with cash flow management and preparation of cash flow forecasts.
- Support and assist staff, faculty and students with questions related to payroll policies and procedures.
- Assist with maintenance of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
- Prepares reports and analyses for internal and external constituencies as required.
- Prepare special reports and perform other related duties to ensure effective and efficient operation of the unit.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Qualification and Skills:
A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or comparable experience required. Must have working knowledge of payroll processing, exhibit strong analytical skills, be proficient with electronic spreadsheets (Excel), and computerized accounting software; knowledge of Dynamics Great Plains is a plus. A strong work history and knowledge of not for-profit and/or educational financial practices a plus. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, along with the ability to interpret and explain financial data to non-specialists are preferred. Ability to communicate with staff and all Landmark employees and the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential data and situations are required.
Located in southern Vermont, Landmark College is a premier institution for students who learn differently. As the nation’s first accredited college for students with learning disabilities (including dyslexia), ADHD, and ASD, we are a mainstream college with a unique, resource-rich academic model.
The Landmark College Office of Human Resources strives to ensure that we are an employer of choice, attracting and retaining uniquely talented individuals able to advance the College’s position as the college of choice for students who learn differently. We are committed to a philosophy that recognizes each person as an individual, worthy of respect, trust, dignity and fair treatment, and we apply these tenets to serve, support, and value all members of our community.
We recognize the importance of providing a work environment that is conducive to carrying out the College’s mission and contributes to the personal and professional growth of our faculty and staff. For Human Resources, this means the administration of employment policies, benefit plans, and compensation programs that are regularly evaluated and remain competitive and fair.
How to Apply
Interested individuals should provide a cover letter, resume or CV, and the names of three references. Electronic submissions are preferred. Please email your application to [email protected]. Applications may also be mailed to Director of Human Resources, Landmark College, 19 River Road South, Putney, Vermont 05346. No phone calls please.
Diversifying the student body, faculty, and administration is congruent with our mission. We value diverse populations and cultures including, but not limited to, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, national origin, neurodiversity, race, and religion. Landmark College is an EO/AA/Vet/Disability employer.