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Part-Time Accounting Clerk

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Goshen College is a Christian liberal arts institution that prepares students to thrive in life, leadership and service. We strive to model an inclusive community committed to transformative justice, peace, and sustainability. A respect and appreciation of the Anabaptist- Mennonite faith perspective and practices, and a commitment to the mission, vision, core values and community standards of Goshen College, are important for teaching and administrative faculty members.

Position Summary:

Goshen College seeks a part-time Accounting Clerk for a busy office. This position is responsible for accounting data entry and reconciliations, providing customer service to students and staff, preparing and sending statements and invoices, and collaborating with other accounting staff.

Essential Functions:

Accounting data entry and reconciliations

  • Enter monthly transactions, including intercompany charges and routine monthly electronic payments.
  • Prepare journal entries for receipts from various online payment processing platforms.
  • Reconcile bank statements and clearing accounts.
  • Work with students and internal departments to resolve discrepancies.
  • Maintain monthly lists of outstanding checks for bank accounts and follow up with recipients to comply with unclaimed property reporting requirements.
  • Prepare and send monthly account statements.
  • Serve as backup for the Student Financial Services Administrator and Accounts Payable positions.

Customer service to students and staff

  • Along with the Student Financial Services Administrator, serve as the first point of contact when people enter the office.
  • Answer questions regarding account transactions in person, by phone, and by email. 

Other Duties

  • Interact and consult with Goshen College Accounting team to maintain accounting controls, processes, and procedures.
  • Assist with student check-ins.
  • Special projects as assigned to support the Accounting Office.

Education and Experience: 

Associate’s degree or 3+ years of experience in a similar position.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Familiarity with accounting software and proficiency with MS Office, especially Microsoft Excel.
  • Quick and accurate data entry with attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with bilingual (Spanish/English) proficiency a plus.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Demands:

Use of basic office equipment and extensive data entry and computer use. 

Work Environment/Environmental Condition:

Office environment

 

All of the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation.   All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently.  This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.   Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.  This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head).  Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.  

How to Apply

Application materials may be attached to the  Professional Staff & Staff Application   or sent electronically to hr@goshen.edu.

Required:

 

E-Verify Statement of Participation

Goshen College participates in E-Verify. If you are hired, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Goshen College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to enhancing diversity across the institution. Goshen College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. As a religious institution, Goshen College expressly reserves its rights, its understandings of, and its commitments to the historic Anabaptist identity and the teachings of Mennonite Church USA, and reserves the legal right to hire and employ individuals who support the values of the college. To protect the welfare and provide for the safety of the students, employees, visitors, and resources of Goshen College, background checks are conducted by the Office of Human Resources on all new and re-hired employees.

About Goshen College

Goshen College is a nationally-ranked college and Hispanic-Serving Institution in Indiana renowned for its distinctive hands-on, real-world educational opportunities, and its commitment to creating positive change in the community and the world. The college offers over 65 undergraduate areas of study; as well as best-in-class graduate programs in nursing, business administration, social work and environmental education. This caring, safe and diverse campus prides itself on providing excellent academic programs that connect arts with sciences, and theory with practice — exposing students to multiple perspectives and encouraging them to think deeply, live creatively and lead purposefully. The college is located in the City of Goshen in the heart of Elkhart County, within several hours of Chicago, Indianapolis and Detroit. Residents of Goshen enjoy a culturally diverse small-town atmosphere with an active arts community, a vibrant and entrepreneurial downtown, the Maple City Greenway network of bicycle paths and affordable housing prices. Learn more at goodofgoshen.com.

Contact HR

Human Resources
Goshen College
1700 S. Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4795
E-mail: hr@goshen.edu
Telephone: (574) 535-7111

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