Staff Accountant/Grant Manager

Job Title: Staff Accountant / Grant Manager

Job Summary:

Linfield University is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Staff Accountant to join our General Accounting team. This role will be pivotal in managing accounting operations, including overseeing the general ledger, endowment and investment accounts, fixed assets, and grant funds. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Controller to prepare quarterly unaudited financial statements, manage annual audits, and coordinate various financial activities, including tax filings and investment tracking. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled accountant with a passion for higher education finance to support Linfield University 's commitment to financial integrity and transparency.

Primary Responsibilities:

• General Accounting Operations:
  
  
  
  • Manage and reconcile general ledger accounts; create and link new accounts as needed.
  
  
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual journal entries and trial balances.
  
  
  • Generate accurate and timely financial statements.
  
  
  
  


• Fixed Asset Tracking:
  
  
  
  • Monitor fixed assets within the general ledger.
  
  
  • Track asset project statuses, in-service dates, retirements/disposals, and cost allocations.
  
  
  
  


• Investment & Debt Accounting:
  
  
  
  • Manage accounting for endowments, third-party managed investments, and bond debt.
  
  
  • Record semi-annual bond payments and amortize financing costs.
  
  
  
  


• Grant Accounting & Reporting:
  
  
  
  • Collaborate with the Grants Manager to support grant applications and reporting.
  
  
  • Assist in developing and managing the University's Indirect Cost Rate for Federal Grants.
  
  
  
  


• University Advancement Collaboration:
  
  
  
  • Work with University Advancement on donor-related accounting and endowment funding.
  
  
  • Maintain accurate records of investments held by third parties, including Charitable Remainder Trusts.
  
  
  
  


• Financial Close & Audit Preparation:
  
  
  
  • Coordinate the preparation of schedules and reports required by independent auditors.
  
  
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial close processes through account reconciliations and adjustments.
  
  
  
  

Application Instructions:

Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in this position. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join our team and contribute to Linfield University's mission of academic excellence through sound financial stewardship!

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field


• Five years of accounting experience, including financial statement preparation and tax organizing


• Two years of in-depth accounting experience with software reporting tools and spreadsheets


• Knowledge of FASB, OMB policies, federal grant management, and GAAP pronouncements


• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and project management skills


• Ability to plan, conceptualize, and make sound business decisions with independent judgment


• Excellent written and oral communication skills


• Experience with audit processes

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, CMA, or Master's degree in accounting preferred


• Working knowledge of ERP systems and software tools, including:
  
  
  
  • MS Excel (advanced skills), MS Outlook, MS Teams
  
  
  • Adobe Acrobat
  
  
  • US Bank SinglePoint
  
  
  • FORVIS Connect (formerly BKD Connect)
  
  
  
  


• Experience with university, fund accounting, auditing, and grants management

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary office work with constant use of hands, fingers, and eyes for computer use


• Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, and exposure to weather


• Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 40 pounds occasionally