Staff Accountant, Carlow University, Pittsburgh

Carlow University is currently accepting applications for our Staff Accountant position. The Staff Accountant is responsible for providing general accounting responsibilities with an emphasis on oversight of the University’s cash management, managing accounts receivable and accounts payable, credit cards and loans. The role reports on and records accounting transactions in compliance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the University’s policies and procedures.   
 
Primary Responsibilities:  

• Maintain daily cash activity worksheet, maintain cash flow forecast, monitor cash levels and identify and communicate non-compliance, and work with Controller to determine University funding levels needed  
• Manage corporate credit cards, open and close cards, post journal entries, analyze activity and work with card holders not in compliance with University corporate credit card policy  
• Print accounts payable checks weekly in conjunction with the Accounts Payable Coordinator  
• Print student refunds weekly, work in conjunction with the Student Accounting department  
• Prepare monthly journal entries within established timeline to ensure month end financial reporting can be prepared in the required time frame  
• Perform monthly reconciliations of all bank accounts, investigate and resolve variances timely  
• Perform monthly reconciliation of all accounts receivable and all accounts payable accounts, investigate and resolve variances timely  
• Maintain loan records and loan processor relationship, ensure University records are in agreement with loan processor’s  
• Monitor Carlow Cash activity, reconcile to outside source reports  
• Execute drawdowns of federal, state and other student aid dollars, reconcile drawdowns to financial aid awarded  
• Execute wire and ACH payments to vendors, establishing and maintaining on-line banking relationship  
• Under the direction of the Accounting Manager, provide all requested information for financial audits, including the Single Audit to ensure all deliverables and deadlines are met  
• Demonstrate and reflect an understanding of, and commitment to, the mission and core values of Carlow University and the Sisters of Mercy  
• The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned.

Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.  
Requirements:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or relevant field  
• 1+ years accounting experience  
• Understanding of business banking, accounts receivable, accounts payable and general ledger accounting  
• Technically proficient in MS O ice applications: Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and Powerpoint   
• Ability to work within a cross-functional organization, deliver results and meet deadlines with high precision  
• E ective in a dynamic and collaborative environment in a positive and proactive manner   Carlow University is Devoted to....
• A culture of integrity, dignity and respect for all      
• A strong commitment to social justice
• Ethical forward-thinking leadership
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits package
• Tuition benefits for undergraduate and graduate programs
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary use of Carlow’s fitness center and amenities

Successful candidates must be committed to envisioning the future of liberal arts and professional education in a rapidly changing environment; have experience working with diverse populations; actively support Carlow’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and community; and be able to articulate how they will contribute to Carlow University’s Catholic, Mercy mission and values through their teaching, scholarship, and service.
 
Carlow University is a comprehensive Catholic University situated in a culturally rich and diverse urban setting of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy, an international community of Roman Catholic women with a mission to serve the poor, the sick, and the uneducated. Carlow is an institution grounded in the liberal arts while also o            ering strong professional programs, committed to engaging its diverse community in a process of life-long learning, scholarship, research, and service. Degrees are o ered at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels. Carlow University aims to provide transformational educational opportunities rooted in social justice for a diverse community of learners, and to empower them to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.
 
Carlow University employees commit themselves to the highest standards of ethical conduct. They commit to act with integrity, treat others with respect and dignity, carefully steward the University's resources, avoid conflicts of interest or commitment, maintain confidentiality, and to comply with legal and professional obligations.
 
Applicants may apply using this link:  https://www.carlow.edu/about/employment/