Accounts Payable Specialist/Staff Accountant

Description

U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks Thomas College as a top college in Maine for social mobility. Our clear career focus and one-of-a-kind Guaranteed Job Program makes it possible to advance faster in the arts and sciences, business, and education. Earn an undergraduate degree in three years and then choose from a variety of in-person or online graduate degree programs that can be completed in one-year or two. Located in Waterville, Maine, Thomas College is your pathway to a promising future, guaranteed. Learn more at thomas.edu.

The Staff AP Specialist/Staff Accountant will provide support to the Financial Affairs office, and Human Resources by assisting in the day-to-day operations and serving as the office assistant. Also, reporting to the Controller, the AP Specialist/Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining the accounts payable to the subledger, processing and posting weekly payments and performing vendor research and reconciliations. Additionally, the position will be responsible for assisting in month-end reporting procedures and perform a range of general clerical and accounting functions that are consistent with College policy and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The AP Specialist/Staff Accountant will promote the college's diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) statement where applicable.

The qualified candidate will service as an office receptionist; run various reports and maintain various spreadsheets (credit card, retention files, utilities, etc.); assist with special projects; prepare funds requests and PO requests; mail sorting and distributing; process student refund checks weekly.

QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree in accounting, or a related field with concentration in accounting is required. One to five years' experience or internship in accounting or related field. Experience in public accounting and/or not for profit accounting a plus. Confidentiality is of the utmost importance. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

Thomas offers a competitive benefits package to include:

Medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, 6% 403(b) matching plan, paid vacation, paid sick leave, thirteen paid holidays, on-site gym, meal discounts and free tuition for employees, spouse and dependent children.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and names of three professional references. Please include an email address on your application materials.