Mount Vernon, WA30+ days ago
Serve as the primary accounting liaison for enterprise, auxiliary, and sponsored-service units, including Head Start, ECEAP, Road Scholars, McIntyre Hall, and the Bookstore; Provide expert guidance on accounting treatment for enterprise activities, including revenue recognition, restricted funds, cash handling, and cost allowability; Coordinate with enterprise unit leadership to ensure accurate and timely recording of revenues, expenses, receivables, payables, and cash activity; Monitor compliance with applicable federal, state, grantor, and accrediting requirements associated with enterprise operations; Review financial activity for trends, anomalies, and compliance risks, escalating issues with recommended solutions as appropriate; Support preparation for internal and external audits related to enterprise and auxiliary activities and assist with responses to audit findings. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible accounting or financial management experience in higher education, auxiliary operations, sponsored programs, or public-sector organizations; Experience supporting federally or state-funded programs with heightened compliance requirements (e.g., Head Start, ECEAP, grants, or enterprise operations); Familiarity with Washington State community and technical college systems, SBCTC guidance, and public-sector accounting practices; Experience working with PeopleSoft Finance or comparable ERP systems; Demonstrated success serving as a liaison between operational units and central finance functions; Demonstrated ability to present complex financial information to a wide variety of stakeholders.