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Location: Marple
Job Type: Admin, Professional, Full Time
Department:
6402 Accounting Services
Job Number: 002533
Closing: 7/31/2022 11:59 PM
Eastern
Position Summary
Delaware County Community College (DCCC), located outside of the
Philadelphia Metro area, is looking for a talented Senior Accountant to join our team of higher education
professionals who are committed to student success. Candidates who subscribe to the notion of becoming a student-ready college and
meeting students where they are, DCCC has a place for you!
Essential Functions
The Senior Accountant
is responsible for all accounting functions related to grants including the maintenance, reconciliation, and reporting of all restricted
operating grants and financial aid programs as well as provides support to Finance department activities with specific responsibility for
reconciling general ledger activities including general accounting and grant accounting. The Senior Accountant is charged with
compliance, maintenance and reporting of all financial records, reports, and other accounting information in conformance with the
requirements of local, state, and federal grants and the College’s internal controls as well as serve as the primary liaison between the
College and external stakeholders. The Senior Accountant will also provide assistance with the annual fiscal year-end financial audit,
researching and reconciling general ledger accounts, and assisting in preparation of financial documents.
The successful
candidate must be an engaging, effective, innovative, dynamic leader who is strategic and fosters collaboration. This individual will be
able to demonstrate the use of best practice strategies associated with all aspect of accounting practices and compliance. This
individual will demonstrate a spirit of an independent problem-solver, and a strong understanding of the College’s mission and goals.
The Senior Accountant will demonstrate a high level of confidentiality, integrity and professionalism when dealing with sensitive
financial and grant information as well as prioritize and meet deadlines under strict constraints. The Senior Accountant will also have a
demonstrated ability to encourage, model, embrace, and incorporate diverse thought and perspective of all individuals of various
backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives to foster an all-inclusive environment and drive results.
Experience &
Education
Qualified candidates will have a minimum of three (3) years of accounting experience preferably in higher
education or public accounting. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting/Finance or related field of
study or equivalent combination of education and experience is required; Master’s degree preferred. CPA preferred.
Supplemental Information
Background Clearances: Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal
Background History, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance); Verification of educational credentials
Delaware County Community College strongly encourages applications from members of traditionally under-represented groups. DCCC promotes
an organizational culture and structure that honors diversity through integration of the principles of access, inclusion and most
importantly equality. For immediate consideration, interested candidates can apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/dccc
DCCC offers a great competitive salary, with an outstanding benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision,
and Prescription Drug for all benefit eligible employees; College Paid Disability and Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; 403(b)
Defined Contribution Retirement Plans (5% Employee Mandatory Contribution and a 10% Match by the College); Generous PTO, Holiday and Winter
Break Schedule; Tuition Waiver & Tuition Reimbursement; and a Compressed Four (4) Day Work Week Each Summer; Professional Development
Opportunities; and a Supportive Work/Life Balance Campus Environment.
DCCC fosters a work environment and a
learning community focused on student success by delivering quality, affordable, and responsive educational
opportunities in a technologically rich and supportive environment. We celebrate differences and commit to an “open door” policy for
individuals with varying levels of knowledge, skills, experiences, and needs. By embracing diverse collegial perspectives, we seek to make
inclusivity, teamwork, and respect the foundation for our students to reach their academic goals and on staff to thrive professionally.
DCCC is an equal employment opportunity employer, valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Benefits
Delaware County Community College provides a generous benefits package including medical,
dental, vision, life and LTD insurances, and a 403(b).
