Accounting Associate Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 1–4 years of experience in budgeting, financial analysis, accounting, and/or cost management.
• Strong financial analysis and modeling skills.
• Experience designing and implementing process improvements, automation, or system enhancements.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled tools such as Microsoft Copilot and advanced analytics platforms.
• Experience leading change initiatives, building organizational support, and encouraging innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced, demonstrated skills with Excel, data management, Power BI or other visualization platforms, and ERP systems.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and priorities.
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of budgeting best practices and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and budgeting software or tools.
• Ability to follow the College’s mission and vision and adhere to its processes and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education or another complex organization.

Responsibilities

• Carry out core FP&A activities, including budgeting, multi-year planning, interim forecasting, and variance analysis, in partnership with the Finance Manager.
• Build and maintain automated financial reports and interactive Power BI dashboards for timely, reliable performance information.
• Partner with departments to simplify financial processes, strengthen data quality, and provide useful resource-management reporting.
• Evaluate and apply advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools, including Copilot, to accelerate financial analysis and improve reporting.
• Develop practical solutions to automate routine monthly reporting, standardize processes, and reduce costs.
• Prepare accurate, timely financial reports supporting external reporting and compliance requirements.
• Assist with completion and submission of external reporting requirements.
• Train and support stakeholders in using financial tools, dashboards, and processes.
• Strengthen adherence to financial policies and internal controls by identifying gaps, documenting procedures, and supporting corrective action.
• Complete financial reconciliations, investigate exceptions, and work with colleagues to resolve variances accurately and promptly.
• Develop and improve standardized reconciliation procedures, documentation, ownership, and close timelines.
• Support monthly reporting, year-end close, and audit activities by coordinating deliverables and resolving issues.
• Design and implement automation to reduce manual effort and improve the speed, consistency, and control of accounting, reconciliation, and close workflows.
• Engage colleagues in process changes, provide practical guidance, and demonstrate the value of new processes.