Staff Accountant I
Company: New England College of Optometry
Location: Hull
Posted on: October 5, 2024
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Job Description:
Description: The New England College of Optometry (NECO) invites
applications for the position of Staff Accountant. Reporting to the
Assistant Controller, this hands-on, entry level position will work
with the Business Office staff in assuring the revenue and expenses
of the College and its affiliate, the NECO Center for Eye Care, are
accounted for in a manner consistent with GAAP and College policies
and procedures. The New England College of Optometry prepares the
next generation of eye care providers, educators, and innovators
through a rigorous curriculum and extensive clinical experience.
NECO graduates compassionate and skilled optometrists prepared to
practice in diverse settings. Located in the heart of Boston, the
College is a small, independent graduate institution that has a
student body of approximately 530 students from 34 states and 8
countries. The NECO Center for Eye Care is the patient care and
clinical education affiliate of the New England College of
Optometry. It is one of the largest providers of optometric
services in Massachusetts with nearly 90,000 annual patient visits
at more than 43 locations, including many of Greater Boston's
community health centers. This full-time position will focus on
cash receipts and general accounting. The Staff Accountant will
ensure the integrity of accounting information by recording,
verifying, consolidating, and entering transactions. This position
will work closely with the Assistant Controller, the Executive
Director of Financial Operations, and other Business Office staff
in all matters relating to the daily, monthly and annual financial
activities for NECO as well as assist in the closing process. Cash
Receipts Accounting Process and deposit payments as they are
received from students, donors, grantors, and others Maintain
effective communication with departments throughout the College to
let them know when expected payments have been received and
identify the source and proper accounting for unexpected payments
Review daily bank activity to ensure all activity is appropriate
and properly recorded in the general ledger General Accounting
Prepare, review and record entries, invoices, and receivables on
the general and subsidiary ledgers Set up new vendors in ERP system
Research and record cash receipts, including student tuition
payments, gifts from donors, and other miscellaneous receipts
Reconcile various general ledger accounts on a monthly basis NOTE:
NECO is not able to sponsor visas for this position Successful
Candidates For This Entry-Level Position Will Demonstrate Strong
problem solving and analytical skills Ability to operate in a
fast-paced, multifaceted department with a demonstrated ability to
simultaneously manage multiple tasks Able to process and validate a
high volume of data Exceptional attention to detail and
organization skills Strong computer skills: Proficiency with Excel,
Word, and web navigation Strong interpersonal and communication
skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the
organization with tact, diplomacy, and discretion Excellent written
and verbal communication skills Accuracy and attention to detail
Professional integrity and ethical conduct Effective time
management Thoroughness Collaboration skills New England College of
Optometry Offers a Robust Benefits Program Including: 3 plan
options for BCBS medical coverage (employer subsidized at 75% or
greater) Mental Health and Wellness benefits BCBS Dental Discounted
vision services 13 paid holidays and generous paid time off for
sick, vacation, and personal days Employer-paid life insurance, and
short-term and long-term disability Voluntary Insurance: life,
critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, Voluntary Benefits:
employee discounts and pet insurance 9% employer contribution to a
403(b)-retirement plan after 1 year of service with no vesting
schedule or match requirement Qualified Public Service Loan
Forgiveness Employer Salary range: 60-65K NECO is committed to
creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual
orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age
or veteran status. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
required One year of full-time, post-degree professional experience
in general accounting required Knowledge of Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles Experience with higher education accounting
preferred Experience with computerized ledger systems PM23
Compensation details: 60000-65000 Yearly Salary
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