Core Competencies:Financial Acumen - Solid understanding of accounting principles, general ledger management, and financial reporting in a higher education or institutional settingAttention to Detail - Consistently accurate in reviewing, processing, and reconciling financial transactionsAnalytical Thinking - Able to evaluate financial data and processes to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement; demonstrates personal initiative, discernment, and mature judgmentIntegrity & Discretion - Handles confidential financial and student information with sound judgment and appropriate confidentialityCommunication - Clearly conveys financial information to colleagues, students, and leadership, both verbally and in writingLeadership & Delegation - Provides guidance and oversight to work-study students and supports a collaborative team environmentInitiative & Process Improvement - Proactively identifies and implements more efficient processes within the accounting functionMission Alignment - Demonstrates commitment to Covenant College's Christ-centered mission and values in daily workWorking Conditions:This is a full-time, exempt position. Coordinate assigned components of the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, completing account reconciliations, researching variances, resolving outstanding items, and ensuring assigned close activities are completed accurately and on schedule.