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Accountant II

Harford Community College
life insurance, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 403(b), retirement plan
United States, Maryland, Bel Air
401 Thomas Run Road (Show on map)
Dec 21, 2024
Position Information


Position Title Accountant II
Posting Category Full-Time Staff
Starting salary range $63,205-$82,167
Faculty Position (if applicable)
About Harford Community College
Harford Community College ( HCC) has been a vital part of Harford County since 1957. As a mid-sized, comprehensive institution, we're committed to delivering high-quality education and cultural enrichment to our community. Our mission is to provide relevant, accessible education and training that connects individuals to opportunities in an ever-evolving world. As an Achieving the Dream institution, HCC is part of a national network dedicated to enhancing student success in community colleges. To learn more about our vision and values, visit our website.
Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Harford Community College is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Harford Community College not to discriminate against applicants on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law with regard to any employment practices. HCC is an EEO and ADA/ ADAA employer that values, embraces, and supports diversity in the College community.
Benefits
Excellent benefits package, including 2 weeks paid college break, 15 days of sick leave, 18 days paid vacation and 3 personal leave days. Eligible for health, vision and dental benefits, flexible spending accounts, identity theft plan, and legal benefit plan. Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance; employee paid supplemental life insurance available. Participation is required the mandatory retirement plan & two optional retirement plans are available (403b with match after 1 year & 457b). Receive paid basic life & long-term disability insurance. Tuition waiver for HCC classes and tuition reimbursement are also available!
Job Description
The Accountant II manages two primary functions. The first is the creation, fiscal management and reporting of Harford Community College's Federal, State and other grants. The second is to provide professional accounting and financial reporting services for the Harford Community College Foundation ( HCCF). The grants accounting and reporting function is accomplished by performing system updates, managing financial reports and invoices for grantors, and working closely with the Director for Grants and Financial Aid Office. Duties related to the Harford Community College Foundation consist of performing system updates; reconciling HCCF banking and investment accounts; recommending accounting and financial policies to the HCCF Board; tracking HCCF cash activity and investment accounts; and providing various financial reports. This position also creates fiscal year-end grant workpapers for the College as well as year-end HCCF workpapers and financial statements. Serve on College Committees as requested.

Employees of Harford Community College, including instructors for online and virtual courses, must be residents of Maryland or the contiguous states of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia or the District of Columbia; non-residents are expected to relocate to meet this requirement.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States, as the College does not offer Visa sponsorship for this position
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Required Experience
Five years of accounting experience, including the preparation of financial statements and reports, as well as at least one year of experience in managing grants and budgets.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, theories, practices and procedure.
  • Solid understanding Microsoft products, with intermediate expertise in spreadsheet management, data analysis, and report creation using Excel
  • Ability to create and configure grant-related records in SIS software, including budget entries and fund assignments
  • Knowledge of, and ability to apply applicable policies, procedures, and/or practices.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to exercise a strong attention to detail.
  • Expertise in tracking activity, reviewing expenditures, monitoring fund classifications and correcting discrepancies proactively
  • Skill in utilizing sound judgement to make effective decisions.
  • Skill in organizing, evaluating, and analyzing complex information.
  • Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  • Skill in using mathematics to solve problems.
  • Ability to maintain complex accounting records
  • Ability to prepare and review financial statements and audit report


Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience using the DOE G5 system
  • Prior experience working with grants
  • Knowledge of Ellucian Banner
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Bachelor of Business Administration or related discipline
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)


Hours per Week 40 - 100%
General Weekly Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Posting Detail Information


Posting Number 2024-190FSFA
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 12/20/2024
Close Date 02/03/2025
Open Until Filled No
Applied = 0

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