Part-Time Accountant

AP Professionals has partnered with a premier higher education institution in search of a part-time, temporary Accountant through December 2025. This position will be responsible for general accounting tasks and customer support to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions. This is a hybrid position with a flexible schedule at an organization that is financially stable, technologically forward, and employee and student focused.

• General Ledger Management – Maintain and update account segments, validation rules, projects, request sets, allocations, and recurring journal entries. Manage user access, assist with certification, and support report creation and integrity.
• Journal Entry Review & Posting – Review, correct, and post manual journal entries to ensure compliance. Resolve auto-post issues, obtain necessary approvals, and maintain records.
• General Ledger Closing – Complete monthly and year-end closings, process allocations, and update checklists for accuracy.
• Procurement Card Compliance & Monitoring – Ensure compliance with policies, escalate issues, maintain tracking databases, and publish program metrics.
• Procurement Card Administration – Provide customer support, process applications and changes, and act as a liaison with the bank. Maintain expertise in policies and procedures affecting the program.
• Transaction Processing & Analysis – Monitor procurement card transactions, compile and review data, ensure accuracy, research discrepancies, and escalate concerns.
• Journal Entry Preparation – Prepare various monthly journal entries for monitored accounts.
• Training & User Support – Develop and deliver training for financial applications and internal policies, emphasizing compliance and internal controls.
• System Maintenance & Enhancements – Work with system administrators to ensure proper financial system functionality, test upgrades, and implement new features.
• Process Improvement & Documentation – Maintain procedures, streamline processes, and recommend improvements.
• Special Projects & Financial Analysis – Assist with ad hoc accounting tasks and special projects as assigned.
• Professional Development – Complete at least 40 hours of annual training to enhance functional and technical skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and applicable experience.

• At least 1 year of relevant accounting experience.
• Experience with financial applications or enterprise systems.

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and business technology platforms.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact professionally at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to quickly understand both the big picture and finer details of business processes.
• Persistent, creative, and highly collaborative team player.
• Strong report writing skills and ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to non-technical staff.
• Effective problem-solving abilities with a logical and investigative mindset.
• Ability to work independently while exercising sound professional judgment.