Staff Accountant

ABOUT VOORHEES UNIVERSITY
In celebration of its 125th year of existence on April 7, 2022, Voorhees College was renamed Voorhees University to honor founder, Elizabeth Evelyn Wight. Voorhees University is a private, diverse, historically black, coeducational, liberal arts, baccalaureate degree-granting institution affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Located in rural Denmark, South Carolina, the University serves traditional and nontraditional students primarily from South Carolina and the southeastern region of the United States; however, seeks to expand our reach both nationally and internationally. The University offers each student a comprehensive general education experience coupled with professional education in the values-centered liberal arts environment that supports educational opportunities designed to help prepare students to function in a diverse and increasingly technological society. Accordingly, the University seeks to produce highly qualified graduates who coalesce intellect and faith in pursuit of life-long learning, healthy living, the betterment of society, and an abiding faith in God.

PRESIDENTIAL CHARGE AND SCOPE OF APPOINTMENT
In accordance with the University’s mission, Dr. Ronnie Hopkins, 10th President of Voorhees University has issued the charge and call to action articulated through the University’s mantra: Begin. Believe. Become. that will advance Voorhees University to The Next Level of Excellence. President Hopkins believes and expects that Voorhees University will be nationally recognized as a premier, comprehensive liberal arts institution focused on student success, excellence and integrity. Through this charge, greater emphasis will be placed on high performing learners, highly accomplished faculty and staff, an involved community, and a supportive and dedicated alumni base.

Position: Staff Accountant
Department/Division: Accounting/Business and Fiscal Affairs
Salary: $40,000 – $45,000
FLSA Classification: Salaried, Exempt
Position Type/Duration: Full Time/Grant funded
Position Schedule: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday (some extended hours and weekends may be required)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Prepares and processes payroll for all employees for transmission to external source.
• Maintains time card and master card file for wages and hourly employees.
• Prepares and transmits employees benefit reports to appropriate agencies through accounts payable.
• Transmits federal work-study payroll monthly.
• Enters all journal entry transactions on a daily basis.
• Reconciles college bank accounts monthly.
• Reconciles financial aid loan transactions monthly.
• Reconciles chargebacks monthly.
• Reviews all unrestricted expenditure request according to budget.
• Assists in collecting financial data in preparing financial reports.
• Performs month-end closeout procedures as needed.
• Performs any other duties that as assigned by immediate supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Standard Office Environment.

EDUCATION
• A bachelor’s degree in business and/or accounting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Working knowledge of bookkeeping principles and practices.
• Three (3) years of successful experience in bookkeeping or accounting procedures.
• Basic computer skills including knowledge of word processing.
• Ability to prepare and to type financial statements and reports.

APPLICATION INFORMATION
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please submit an employment application, cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications for the position, resume, and relevant transcript to apply.