Human Resources

Lake Forest College invites applications for the role of Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant will play a crucial role in the college’s financial reporting and accounting function.  The scope of responsibilities includes, but will not be limited to; aiding in the monthly financial close activities, accounts payable, employee expense reimbursement process, and identifying opportunities for process enhancement and efficiency gains.

The successful candidate will possess analytical and problem-solving skills, is well organized, and can manage multiple priorities. 

Job Responsibilities

• Ensures the integrity of accounting information by recording, verifying, and entering transactions.
• Maintains and balances subsidiary accounts by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling transactions and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintains general ledger by transferring subsidiary accounts, preparing a trial balance, and reconciling bank statements, credit card statements, and other financial accounts.
• Prepares monthly reporting materials, including variance analysis for management.
• Partners with other departments, including Human Resources on audits and other projects.
• Provides backup for the payroll process.
• Supports the annual financial statement audit process.
• Manages student worker(s).
• Handles special projects or ad-hoc requests

Qualifications

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Accounting or related field of study.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including strong proficiency with Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• CPA or MBA
• Previous experience in higher education or similar field
• Experience with grant accounting

Application Process:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Doug MacKay at dmackay@lakeforest.edu.

Lake Forest College embraces diversity and encourages applications from women, members of historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.