The Senior Accountant provides support to the Assistant Controller in managing various accounting, reporting and audit support functions.

Position Title: Senior Accountant

Pay Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time

Supervisor: Assistant Controller

Position Purpose: The Senior Accountant provides support to the Assistant Controller in managing various accounting, reporting and audit support functions.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Prepare and post journal entries for transactions ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly account reconciliations including but not limited to students’ revenue, auxiliary revenue, operating expenses, accounts receivable, accounts payables, and reserves.

• Prepare weekly and monthly revenue reporting and reconciliations.

• Prepare weekly cash and payments reconciliations.

• Assist with schedules and journal entries for grant accounting, reporting and reimbursements.

• Assist Assistant Controller with external audits to gather documentation, respond to requests, and verify accuracy of supporting records.

• Work on projects and respond to requests from other Finance and non-Finance groups on campus.

• Other reasonable duties as assigned.

Job requirements:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet tight deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with diverse stakeholders.

• Comprehensive understanding of general ledger accounting

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in public or private accounting

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel

• CPA a plus.

• Workday a plus

Compensation:

The annual salary range for this position is $65,000-$70,000. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Location: Schenectady, NY

We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

• Generous Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time

• Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays (in accordance with policy)

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts)

• Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs

• Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development

• Pre and Post Tax participation in a 403(b) Retirement Plan

• Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability

• Tuition programs

Background Checks: In accordance with our background check policy, finalists for hire will undergo a background check that includes education, employment, and criminal convictions.

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).