Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resume and Cover Letter is required. Unofficial transcripts required prior to campus interview, official transcripts required upon hire. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the of the process of applying for a position.
In compliance with House Bill 558 passed during the 76th Legislative session, Lamar State College-Port Arthur requires that all male U.S. citizens from 18 to 26 years of age provide proof of registration with the Selective System or exemption from such registration, prior to employment.
If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (409) 984-6237 or (409) 984-6259.
LSCPA's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46). Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer. Member The Texas State University SystemTM
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Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Posting Information
Position Title Director of AccountingPosition Number 799986 Posting Number 201500170P Start Date 04/17/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions To Applicants
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resume and Cover Letter is required. Unofficial transcripts required prior to campus interview, official transcripts required upon hire. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the of the process of applying for a position.
In compliance with House Bill 558 passed during the 76th Legislative session, Lamar State College-Port Arthur requires that all male U.S. citizens from 18 to 26 years of age provide proof of registration with the Selective System or exemption from such registration, prior to employment.
If you have questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at (409) 984-6237 or (409) 984-6259.
LSCPA's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f), 34 CFR 668.46). Lamar State College-Port Arthur is an E-Verify Employer. Member The Texas State University SystemTM
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Job Summary
The Director of Accounting reports to the Controller. The Director of Accounting is responsible for the day to day activities of the accounting department. Works under minimal supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement. Works on special projects as needed. Prepares ad hoc reports as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting from an accredited four-year college or university is required. Five years of experience on jobs leading to this is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting; and of the federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and regulations relating to the field. Solve problems and be multi-tasked. Supervise the work of others. High degree of communication skills, written and spoken. Develop and interpret policies and procedures. Deal with students, faculty, and staff in professional manner. Must be detail oriented. Must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students from diverse backgrounds. Plan, schedule, and manage projects and assignments. Establish effective working relationships with others. Skills in Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint. Experience in Banner.
Travel – Minimal travel is required and travel to conferences. Working Conditions - Normal office environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education is preferred. CPA is preferred.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk, see and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly carry up to 5 pounds, and move up to 15 pounds. Must be able to operate personal computer.
SALARY $75,000 - $85,000; Plus Excellent Benefits and Retirement Work Hours 40 hours a week.
Essential Job Functions
Essential Job Functions
Assist in the annual budget process as a strategic team member.
Essential Job Functions
Monitor budget positions (new and changes) on an on-going basis.
Essential Job Functions
Assist in the yearly financial reporting process (AFR) as a strategic team member.
Essential Job Functions
Assist with the LAR biennial process as a strategic team member.
Essential Job Functions
Reconcile quarterly USAS with the Legislative Budget Board's (LBB) Accounting System (ABEST).
Essential Job Functions
Reconcile local bank accounts and perform other reconciliations as needed.
Essential Job Functions
Review accounting and finance reconciliations as needed.
Essential Job Functions
Perform daily accounting tasks including approving EPAFs, activating positions in Banner, and answering campus customers with budget requests.
Essential Job Functions
Review other monthly tasks including travel card clearing, procurement clearing, supply center clearing, Market Basket Clearing, and fuel reimbursement Physical Plant.
Essential Job Functions
Process quarterly binding encumbrances in USAS.
Essential Job Functions
Annually perform escheat procedures.
Essential Job Functions
Annually perform and assist in IPEDS, RFOE, Sources and Uses, Board of Regents requests, TWC, and other reports as needed.
Essential Job Functions
Serve on committees including TSUS Business Officers, TASSCUBO Budget, and TASSCUBO Accounting.
Essential Job Functions
Provide supervision to other accountants and non-accountants in the department including but not limited to the areas of capital assets, banking, accounts receivable, accounts payable and grants.
Essential Job Functions
Serve as a backup to the Controller and perform any other tasks as needed.
Essential Job Functions
Other duties as assigned by a supervisor.
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