Accounting

To Apply

Send resume/CV, cover letter, and reference list to:
person Jude Reser, Director of Human Resources
email [email protected]
phone 859-344-3314

Location

place Thomas More University, 333 Thomas More Parkway, Crestview Hills, KY 41017

Description

Thomas More University, located in beautiful Crestview Hills, Kentucky, is seeking an individual possessing a combination of financial accounting expertise, attention to detail and accurancy, and analytical skills to be an on-site Staff Accountant.

About Us:

Thomas More University, we are committed to providing a Catholic education that goes beyond academics, nurturing the intellectual, personal, and spiritual growth of our students. Guided by our core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence, we challenge our students to think critically, act ethically, and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Located just south of Cincinnati we offer a vibrant campus life that integrates faith and reason, preparing students for both personal success and lives of significance. 

At Thomas More, our mission is to educate with a purpose—helping students achieve their highest potential while making a positive difference in the world. We are proud to be a place where learning, character, and service converge.

Why Thomas More University?

Commitment to Mission and Values: Thomas More University is guided by a mission that integrates faith and reason. Employees have the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission that emphasizes the holistic development of students in an inclusive, values-driven environment.

Supportive Community: Working on campus at Thomas More University means being part of a close-knit community that fosters collaboration, respect, and integrity. The university promotes a culture of support and professional growth. 

Focus on Student-Centered Engagement: As part of the Enrollment Team, the Admissions Counselor would directly impact students’ educational journeys, promoting an environment where academic excellence and personal development go hand in hand.? 

Educational Benefits: Thomas More University offers tuition remission and other educational benefits for employees and their dependents, encouraging lifelong learning and development.

Work-Life Balance: The university recognizes the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being and offers various wellness programs and flexible scheduling options to support this balance. 

Competitive Benefits Package: Employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement benefits, with contributions to a retirement plan after 90 days of service.

Key Responsibilities
As a Staff Accountant, your contributions will support the university’s financial health and operational success.  In this role, you will:

• Audit Support & Financial Statements: Collaborate on audit work papers and the preparation of financial statements, providing essential data and insights.
• Endowment and Fund Management: Analyze and manage university endowment funds, ensuring effective stewardship of our resources.
• Month-End Close Process: Take charge of the month-end closing process, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Journal Entries & Ledger Analysis: Prepare and enter journal entries; review and analyze various general ledger accounts.
• Fixed Asset Management: Maintain the Fixed Asset ledger, supporting capital expenditure planning and asset tracking.
• Bank Account Reconciliation: Reconcile all university bank accounts to ensure accurate balances.
• Federal Fund Requests & Reporting: Oversee federal fund requests, returns, and reporting for Pell, SEOG, College Work Study, Perkins Loans, and other federal programs in coordination with the Financial Aid Office.
• Payroll Tax Management: Handle payroll tax deposits and reporting, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Annual Tax Reconciliations: Prepare and reconcile annual W-2, W-3, and 941 forms, along with quarterly sales tax submissions.
• Inventory Accounting: Manage general ledger activity related to bookstore inventory.
• Government Reports & Surveys: Prepare various government reports, including IPEDS, FISAP, and other department-specific grants and surveys.
• Controller Assistance: Support the University Controller as needed with special projects and strategic initiatives.
• Additional Duties as Needed: Flexibility to take on other finance-related tasks as they arise, contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2-3 years of accounting experience, ideally in a non-profit, higher education, or public accounting environment.

• Proficiency in ERP-based accounting software (e.g., Banner, Oracle, PeopleSoft) and Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions like pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis.

• Familiarity with fund accounting principles, endowment accounting, and/or grant accounting.  Knowledge of federal reporting requirements, including experience with A-133 audits, Pell Grant administration, and other Department of Education reporting processes.

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Thomas More University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Grounded in its Catholic Intellectual Tradition and Social Teaching principles, which emphasize human dignity, equality, solidarity, and the common good, we are committed to fostering an environment where every individual feels safe from discrimination, and differences are understood, appreciated, and celebrated. We adhere to all federal and state civil rights laws, promoting diversity, inclusion, and respect for all.