Summary: 

• Performs professional accounting activities for a specialized and complex assignment or functional area requiring application of an advanced professional, competent knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• May supervise or lead lower-level professional accountants and other staff in performing duties.
• Exercises broad discretion and creativity as to work details on assignments of a varied, diverse, and difficult nature.

General Responsibilities:

• Assists in overseeing the daily/weekly maintenance of accounting systems and processing cycles.
• Assists in preparing and posting all entries and reconciliation for month-end close.
• Posts and maintains non-financial data in general ledger system and generation of all metrics data reports.
• Performs analyses and interpretation utilizing advanced knowledge and proficiency in accounting practices and principles and in compliance with the policies and procedures of the company and various local and state public agencies.
• Reviews various calculations and analysis to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data and recommends and implements changes as needed.
• Recommends alternatives to management when accounting data indicates trends or situations requiring action to be taken beyond scope of responsibilities.
• Establishes or revises procedures or operating policies of assigned function; participates in implementation of new or revised accounting systems.
• Reviews and controls accounts and records to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with all pertinent procedures and regulations.
• Researches, analyzes, and uses independent judgment in a variety of daily and non-routine decisions affecting assigned function.

Responsibilities Related to Senior Accountant Position (General Ledger):

• Supports the maintenance of the fixed asset subsidiary ledger.
• Participates in audits conducted by local and state agencies.
• Participates in monthly capitalization of Work in Progress accounts into Fixed Assets.
• Maintains and reconciles balance sheet accounts and schedules.
• Offers specialized or general calculations and analyses for various accounting functions, including allocations and accruals.
• Assists in handling the filing of government-mandated forms such as 571-L, sale and use tax, business licenses, etc.
• Conducts adhoc reporting and variance analysis.
• Reconciles bank statements as part of the month-end close process.
• Assists in the administration of an incentive program that credits students' accounts upon meeting specific qualifications.
• Assists in the maintenance of the general ledger reporting tool, Management Reporter.
• Implements and suggests improvements to new accounting processes as necessary.
• Maintains comprehensive records of accounting, finances, and financial reporting management.

Education/Licenses:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent experience
• CPA preferred.

Knowledge/Experience:

• Three to five years of diverse accounting experience with progressive responsibility.
• Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices and procedures in for-profit setting, internal accounting controls.
• Knowledge of database, financial and accounting reporting computer application systems, specifically Great Plains and education/student accounting systems such as CampusVue.
• Strong Excel skills preferred.
• Ability to prepare complex accounting, budgeting and auditing reports on a timely basis.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.
• This is an onsite position where you will work in our administrative office in Irvine daily.

Compensation:

• $87,964.06 - $127,521.21
• Great Benefits Package

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Do you want a career that allows you to make a difference in other people’s lives? Discover what it means to truly believe in the work that you do at West Coast University.

At West Coast University, we have the privilege of educating students seeking careers in healthcare and guide them through their transformational journey from student to caregiver. Our associates are united behind that purpose and share a deep commitment to our values of teamwork, collegiality, transparency, and a student-centric approach to all we do. This focus creates an aligned, nimble, and consensus-driven culture that is solution-oriented and supports our associates’ professional growth.

West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) match, paid time off, holidays, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, health savings accounts, employee discounts, commuter benefits, and company paid life, AD&D and LTD insurance.