Senior Accountant

ECPI University, a leading higher educational institution, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant based in our University Administration building in Virginia Beach, VA.

Responsibilities:

• Update and maintain financial records relating to accounts receivable; analyze information to prepare reports; balance sheet reconciliations, cash account reconciliations, inventory and fixed asset reconciliations; interact with other members of the University administrative staff and clients to ensure accounting processes and procedures are being followed.


• Maintenance and reconciliation of client account ledgers.


• Perform reconciliations of banking activity.


• Process and reconcile payments from multiple sources (cash, ACH, credit card, etc.)


• Execute data entry and reconciliation for bank account(s).


• Prepare audit schedules as required for multiple 3rd parties (external auditors, banking information, etc.)


• Work on select sub-systems (Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Inventory, Collections) as needed for monthly reconciliation.


• Interact with University and campus administrative staff regarding accounting processes and procedures


• Other Accounting duties as necessary.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; CPA preferred.


• Work experience to include general ledger accounting including, but not limited to, journal entry, bank reconciliation, deposit reconciliation, B2B collections and cost analysis; two years preferred.


• Previous experience in Microsoft General Dynamics (Great Plains) system a plus.

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to quickly master new concepts, programs and computer applications


• High proficiency with MS Office, specifically Excel


• Ability to organize and prioritize workflow


• Ability to work efficiently with high level of accuracy


• Ability to meet deadlines


• Ability to work with minimal supervision


• Willingness to learn and ask questions

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to professionally communicate in person, over the telephone, and through email; move about the school and offices; handle various types of media and equipment; and visually observe and assess.

ECPI University, with campuses in Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Online, is a recognized leader in awarding STEM+H degrees through innovative delivery of education to meet the needs of military and new-traditional students. ECPI University offers Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Associate’s degrees, and certification training in Technology, Health Science, Business, Criminal Justice and Culinary Arts. For over 50 years, ECPI University has been helping students achieve their educational and career goals in a hands-on, student-centered environment, while working collaboratively with employers to ensure our graduates have the knowledge and skills they need to be successful. Growth at our university creates the need for dynamic, caring professionals who are dedicated to making a difference in people's lives.

What does ECPI University have to offer?

• A focus on students and academic excellence


• Professional work environment


• Talented and committed co-workers


• An opportunity to make a difference while expanding your knowledge, skills and professional network


• Competitive compensation & benefits plan

ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.