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Senior Accountant

CompanyST MARYS COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA
LocationMoraga
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 5, 2026
About The Company
Leadership Studies MA & BA programs at Saint Mary's College is part of the School of Liberal Arts Description Our Leadership Studies Programs provide a supportive, challenging, and transformative learning environment in which to develop effective leadership needed in today's dynamically changing world. You will experience a unique blend of attributes found nowhere else: • A rigorous and transformative education designed specifically for working adults; • A liberal arts education in leadership that values critical and creative thinking, collaboration, service, global awareness and responsibility; • A personally enriching and professionally relevant curriculum in contemporary leadership and learning theories; • An innovative hybrid online and in-person program design; • Group learning with diverse and experienced professionals from business, public, and non-profit sectors; and • Dedicated faculty who integrate real-world experience with academic and teaching excellence. Mission Our mission is to make the world better through leadership education. For us leadership is something everyone participates in, not just those in charge, and has both an inner and outer orientation. And also Online Leadership BA & MA for Working Adults. See our blog at SMCLeadershipblog.org.
About the Role

Description

The Senior Accountant is responsible for accounting functions, including in-depth account analysis, audit support, and application of key accounting standards in a dynamic and challenging environment. The Senior Accountant collaborates with the Controller and finance team to enhance effective, efficient and reliable accounting practices and results.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Perform detailed account reconciliations and analysis, investigating and resolving any discrepancies. Ensuring all entries are entered in a timely manner
  • Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant regulations and have a general understanding of accounting standards including, ASC 606 and ASC842
  • Perform close activities related to month-end, and year-end close deadline and accounting activities related to monthly reconciliation and analysis
  • Contribute to the annual audit process by preparing audit schedules, responding to auditor inquiries, and coordinating with external auditors
  • Identify and assist with process improvements for balance sheet account reconciliations
  • Work on Ad Hoc projects
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
  • CPA or 150 credit CPA eligible.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience including public accounting, preferably with a Big 4 firm.

Skills/Abilities:

  • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting principles.
  • Experience with Colleague or similar ERP system.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting software.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience evaluating and testing internal controls over financial reporting, specifically within a higher education environment.
  • Experience with using the FASB codification
  • Experience with processes used to automate accounting processes
  • Experience auditing not-for-profit colleges and universities, including familiarity with unique accounting standards and regulations applicable to the sector (e.g., FASB ASC 958)
  • Familiarity with Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) and experience conducting audits in accordance with Yellow Book requirements.
Key Skills
Account AnalysisAudit SupportGAAPASC 606ASC 842Account ReconciliationsAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsMicrosoft ExcelCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsERP SystemsInternal ControlsFASB CodificationAccounting SoftwareProcess Improvements
Categories
Finance & AccountingEducation
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Senior Accountant is responsible for detailed account reconciliations, audit support, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. They collaborate with the finance team to enhance accounting practices and contribute to the annual audit process.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
22
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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