Senior Accountant - Treasury & Revenue Administration

Morris Brown College•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Senior Accountant – Treasury & Revenue Administration reports to the Controller and is a key leader within Morris Brown College’s Business and Finance Team. The role partners with others to support institutional goals and manages cash receipt processes, treasury operations, grant accounting, and revenue-related financial operations. Responsibilities include daily cash management, banking activities, liquidity monitoring, grant compliance, and revenue accounting, while ensuring timely and accurate transaction recording and financial reporting. The Senior Accountant is a key contact for internal stakeholders, financial institutions, and student organizations, providing guidance and financial support while promoting service excellence and effective stewardship of institutional resources. The position is full-time, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Working hours will occasionally include evenings and weekends during peak periods, including monthly closeouts, registration, and audit season.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution.
At least five years of experience in general ledger accounting.
Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
Effective verbal and written communication with management levels and external organizations or agencies.
Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, general business programs, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge and practical application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Ability to analyze issues, respond effectively to varied situations, and resolve problems promptly and correctly.
Ability to coordinate with institutional departments and external organizations and agencies as a team player.
Excellent listening skills and ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.
Availability for occasional evening and weekend work during peak periods.

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA.

Responsibilities

Monitor daily cash balances and liquidity across bank accounts to ensure adequate funding for operational needs.
Prepare and maintain short-term cash flow forecasts.
Initiate, review, and monitor electronic funds transfers, ACH transactions, wire transfers, and other treasury-related banking activities in accordance with internal controls.
Prepare treasury reports and analyses for the Controller and senior leadership as needed.
Coordinate with Accounts Payable, Payroll, Student Accounts, and other departments on cash planning and disbursement activities.
Maintain documentation and internal controls over cash receipts, cash disbursements, and banking activities.
Assist with annual audits and regulatory reporting related to cash, banking, and treasury activities.
Record and reconcile cash receipts accurately and promptly.
Process and document deposit transactions according to established procedures.
Record electronic and bank deposit activity and ensure its completeness and accuracy.
Apply accounts receivable payments to the appropriate customer accounts.
Reconcile daily payment platform activity and ensure proper recording.
Monitor and record inter-account transfers to maintain accurate cash balances.
Prepare and submit grant drawdown requests in accordance with grant requirements.
Record grant drawdowns in the general ledger.
Maintain and reconcile grant receivable schedules.
Prepare and support grant reporting requirements.
Monitor grant budgets for compliance and proper utilization of funds.
Prepare and record journal entries for the month-end close process.
Record and reconcile account activity, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Assist with account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
Comply with established close schedules and internal controls.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Controller and CFO.