Accountant II

Elgin Community College

  • Elgin, IL
  • $54,932-73,243 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
About ECC: Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person-students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors-feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college's mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 AM to 5PMRate of Pay/Benefits:This is a Full-Time Support Staff position at grade 14, with an annual salary range of $54,932 to $73,243. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College's compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
  • Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
  • Time Off with Pay
  • Professional Development/Expense
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Sick Banks
FLSA Status: Non-ExemptGrant Funded: NoJob Summary:An employee in this classification performs work of moderate difficulty by assisting with all accounting functions including payables, receivables, monthly and year-end accounting procedures, and financial statements preparation. Work is distinguished by the ability to play an integral role in many key phases of the annual budget process and year-end processing. General supervision is received by the assigned manager.Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: * Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in accounting with a minimum of four years general accounting experience, which includes general ledger, knowledge of chart of accounts and financial reporting or or equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Considerable knowledge of financial software.
  • Considerable analytical skills
  • Considerable skill in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Access and Publisher
  • Considerable skill in organizing work to meet established deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Working skill in interpersonal interaction to be applied to a variety of individuals with differing education, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Working skills in verbal and written communication.
  • Working skill in operating a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment as well as learning and adapting to new and updated programs and technology.
  • Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends when required by the department's needs.
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Essential Duties: * Prepare and analyze month-end financial statements for the ECC Foundation.
  • Manage, build and/or run reports as required, including financial statements for the President's office.
  • Prepare and analyze monthly reimbursements and quarterly status reports for disbursement to the appropriate grant agencies.
  • Prepare the Grant Monitoring report for the ECC Board of Trustees on a quarterly basis and prepare year end grant close out reports.
  • Assist with the preparation of the annual budget.
  • Weekly importation of electronic check files.
  • Perform monthly file uploads from various departments and external vendors.
  • Analyze and prepare journal entries for Elgin Community College and the ECC Foundation and grants.
  • Filing of IRS Federal and Illinois State tax forms.
  • Prepare, create and reconcile audit schedules and generally assist public auditors with annual audit.
  • Inventory and tracking of fixed assets.
  • Provide technical assistance to staff with regards to the computer accounting applications (Colleague).
  • Act as a back-up to the Accounting Specialist II.
  • Maintains required training, licensure and/or certifications
  • Maintains confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to applicable privacy laws
  • Demonstrates sensitivity, understanding and respect of diverse populations within the workplace.
  • Maintains an understanding of the work of colleagues to effectively provide backup and/or support for co-workers during times when the division is short-staffed or experiencing an increased volume of work.
  • Adheres to department guidelines for attendance and punctuality
Other Duties: * Perform other job-related duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days/evenings/weekends as needed by the department.
Physical Demands:Sedentary (up to 10 lbs occasionally, sitting most of the time)Visual Acuity:Close visual acuity (e.g. computer, assembly)Work Environment:Quiet ConditionsEnvironmental Conditions:Typical office or administrativeCurrent SSECCA Union Member Information:The original posting date for this position is 07/10/2025. Elgin Community College Support Staff of Elgin Community College Association (SSECCA) members that apply by 07/21/2025 and meet the posted minimum qualifications will receive full consideration.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:Elgin Community College is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.Elgin Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Human resources Department. Determination on request for reasonable accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis.Advertised: July 10, 2025 Central Daylight Time

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