Accountant

Baldwin Wallace University • Berea, OH

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Accountant supports the daily operations of the Finance Office by performing routine and moderately complex accounting tasks. This role assists with general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, revenue and expense processing, and financial reporting. The Staff Accountant works closely with colleagues across the Finance Office to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant financial activity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounting experience (internships or nonprofit experience a plus)
• Understanding of GAAP and basic nonprofit accounting principles
• Proficiency with Excel and accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Analytical mindset with a willingness to learn
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical financial practices
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education or nonprofit organizations
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Ellucian, Workday, Jenzabar, or Blackbaud

Responsibilities

• Prepare journal entries and assist with month‑end and year‑end close
• Reconcile assigned balance sheet and revenue/expense accounts
• Maintain accurate supporting documentation
• Assist in preparing internal financial reports and schedules
• Support revenue recognition processes for tuition, fees, and auxiliary services
• Assist with deferred revenue releases
• Review and process departmental expense submissions and reimbursements
• Ensure proper coding and compliance with university policies
• Assist with AP/AR transactions, including invoice entry and payment posting
• Help resolve discrepancies between the general ledger and subledgers
• Provide customer service to departments and vendors regarding financial transactions
• Reconcile cash receipts
• Assist with cash-flow tracking
• Prepare audit schedules and documentation
• Ensure that transaction initiation, approval, and recording are not completed by the same individual
• Submit work for review and approval by senior staff
• Help maintain internal controls and support process improvements

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level