Accountant II

Bachelor degree and three years of prior-related work experience

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Hillsborough Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our applicants and employees is critical to our success as a community partner. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, and military/veteran status. 

Preference will also be given to veterans and spouses who are eligible under the Veterans' Preference Law. At time of application, submittal of Form DD214 is the minimum requirement for veterans' preference claim.  Note:  Please upload your DD214 as an attachment as part of your application at the time of submission.  

The selected candidate identified for this position will be required to successfully complete a Level II criminal background check, which includes fingerprinting.  

Hillsborough Community College participates in the US E-Verify program.

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Prepares advanced, complex income and expenditure statements and reports; analyzes data, reports and records; reconciles accounts and/or statements as required; verifies the accuracy of vouchers, accounting classifications and records; conducts special studies to review accounting methods and procedures. Uses both personal computer and college-wide applications to input, retrieve, display, edit, reconcile and report information as necessary. May exercise considerable initiative in order to obtain job objectives. May direct and check work of clerks and accountants. Maintains knowledge of advanced accounting procedures.

• Maintains files and records (both computer and documents) as required.
• Processes invoices, vouchers, records, etc. as assigned.
• Reviews, calculates and analyzes accounting ledgers, A/R, bookstore and other accounts as necessary.
• Maintains validity and integrity of accounts and/or funds.
• Prepares periodic and special reports of account status or analysis as required (waivers, annual financial report, etc.) to include reconciliation of state and federal funds.
• Reviews lower level accounting work assignments for accuracy and completeness.
• Creates, inputs, maintains and prepares computer records and reports as requested. May include higher level functions, depending on computer proficiency.
• Interacts with students, general public, and college staff to share information. Provides procedures and addresses pertinent issues to include conducting accounting procedure training.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required.

• Assist with managing the department's escheatment process and communication.

• Assist with refund and 1098T communications.

•  Respond to student inquiries regarding bookstore charges, student refunds, IRS Form 1098-T tax statements, and unclaimed property funds.

• Research and resolve student account discrepancies while providing accurate and timely customer service.

• Collaborate with departments across the College to support student financial operations and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and procedures.