General Ledger Accountant

George Fox University's Finance Department is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual to join the team as a General Ledger Accountant.

About the Job:

The General Ledger Accountant is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate and compliant financial documents. Duties and responsibilities include entering, reviewing for accuracy, and reconciling financial data.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Financial Reporting & Maintenance: Recording daily, weekly, or monthly transactions into the system of record to maintain financial accuracy.
• GL Monitoring: Monitoring General Ledger activity to identify and resolve errors or discrepancies.
• Process Improvement: Reviewing existing processes to target opportunities for increased efficiency, functionality, and documentation.
• Account Reconciliation: Performing monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations of receivables, payables, and other required accounts.
• Audit & Tax Prep: Assisting in preparations for the annual audit, required 990 tax reporting, and other reporting requirements of the University.
• Process Improvement: Reviewing existing processes to target opportunities for increased efficiency, functionality, and documentation.
• Collaboration: Cross training to provide backup in other areas within the department.
• Strategic Support & Ad Hoc Projects: Completing special projects and periodic reporting as requested to support the evolving needs of the university.
• Operational Agility: Other duties assigned to ensure continuous improvement in finance operations.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

A day in the life of this position:

This position will communicate through various means with a wide variety of stakeholders within the university. This position includes both routine duties and variation based on the needs of each day while providing support to the entire university. The daily work often consists of posting journals, problem-solving, and communication with the university community. Tasks often include special projects or reporting that occur periodically during the year.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• Two or more years of accounting or finance experience. Preference is given to education in accounting or a related field.
• Proficiency with programs such as Microsoft Excel and Word.
• The desire to be part of a team, detail oriented with good organizational skills and initiative.
• Aptitude and interest in learning technology.
• Integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• Any additional education in accounting or related fields.
  
• Experience in the following:
  
  • PeopleSoft
  • Fund/Not for Profit/Higher Education Fund Accounting
  • Concur

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: 40 hours
• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment.
• Supervisor: Finance Accounting Manager

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.