Accountant II

Date Posted: March 16, 2023

Title of Position: Accountant II

Bargaining Unit/Salary Range: MSEA Support Services; Level 17; Starting Salary: $20.14/hour

Job Summary: Manages Student Account collection processes and analyzes accounts receivable subsidiary ledger on a monthly basis and provide feedback to Director and Manager of Financial Services. In addition to managing the collections process, this position will coordinate the Concurrent Enrollment billing as well as, assist the Manager of Financial Services and Director of Finance with general ledger account reconciliations for Month/Year end close. This position will also assist in the oversight of front window staff and provide relevant training regarding customer service to students. This position will recommend and develop efficiencies and customer service expectations regarding working with students as well as assist students at the front service window.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Pursue collection of all outstanding accounts of the College by monitoring outstanding debt and perform collection activities.
• Coordinate EMCC Concurrent Enrollment billing and processes ensuring timely and efficient completion.
• Assist Manager of Financial Services and the Director of Finance with account reconciliation
• Analyze Accounts Receivable invoices and perform student account reconciliation.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance or Accounting required. Three years of experience in data entry, collections and entry level accounting required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, filing systems, standard office practices, strong telephone skills and customer service skills.
• Must be well versed in business office procedures and practices.
• Strong computer skills in the area of word processing, spreadsheets and various database systems.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet with a diverse public.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Previous work with students in a community college setting.
• Experience using a Student Information System (SIS) or other CRM, preferably Jenzabar and/or Anthology.

Why work for the Maine Community College System?

Benefits may include:

100% employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employee, Maine State Retirement or TIAA-CREF, and generous paid time off package.

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Living Resources (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid Holidays
• Statewide Locations
• Tuition Waivers
• Training
• 529 Education Plan MCCS Matching Grant

Application Procedure: Initial review of applications will begin on March 31, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. To submit a complete application file, click on the EMCC Employment Opportunities link (https://www.emcc.edu/discover-emcc/emcc/employment/): select the position you are interested in, “Apply Now”, complete the “Application” and upload your cover letter, resume and transcript. Also include contact information for three professional references.

Institutional Summary: Eastern Maine Community College offers over 30 one- and two-year programs as well as short-term and specialized training and retraining courses for business, industry, and the community. We award associate in applied science associate in science, and associate in arts degrees; certificate and advanced certificates; and documents of completion for customized, short-term programs and courses. The 72-acre campus is located in Bangor just a short drive from Maine’s scenic coast and mountains.

Eastern Maine Community College is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact (207) 974-4637.