POSITION: Staff Accountant/Senior Staff Accountant

LOCATION: Williston, ND

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Must be eligible to work in the United States. There is no sponsorship for this position.

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Full time, 12-month, exempt, benefited position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: WSC requires a successful background check prior to beginning employment.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsibilities

Under the direction and oversight of the Vice President of Business Services and the Controller, this position is responsible for:

· Developing a strong understanding of North Dakota University System and WSC accounting practices, funds, accounts, budgets, internal controls, and general ledger

· Maintaining accurate and timely accounting records for WSC through the preparation of journal entries, monitoring accounts, general ledger queries, and other activities

· Preparing various analyses and financial reports

· Assistance in development of operating budgets

· Assistance in the timely and accurate completion of various internal and external audits Performing bank reconciliations and monitoring cash activity

· Reviewing and approving department expense reports and accounts payable vouchers

· Assistance in the maintenance of accurate asset inventory listings

· Completing annual and quarterly tax filings

· Completing other regular processes such unclaimed property reporting

· Working with Business Services team to implement audit recommendations

· Cross training in other areas of Business Services as needed

· Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelors degree in Accounting

· Strong ability to apply knowledge around accounting concepts and GAAP

· Strong Microsoft Excel skills

· Aptitude to develop proficiency in general ledger and other EPR applications

· Strong problem-solving skills

· Ability to collaborate and communicate with people at all levels, both internally and externally

· Demonstrated ability to plan and organize workload and meet deadlines

· Strong communication skills

· Senior Staff Accountant – 2 or more years of direct accounting work experience

SALARY: $55,000-$70,000 depending on experience

BENEFITS: Fully paid family or single health insurance, life insurance, annual and sick leave, employee tuition waiver, spouse/dependent tuition discount, retirement, etc.

APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: April 9, 2025

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Fill out the WSC employment application, include a cover letter, resume, copy of college transcriptions and information for three professional references. For questions, contact HR Director, Williston State College, 1410 University Avenue, Williston, ND 58801 or email to harrison.lucas@ndus.edu. (Note: Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.)

CONFIDENTIALITY OF APPLICATION MATERIALS: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists.

EO/AA STATEMENT: Williston State College is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTICE: Williston State College will be hiring one (1) applicant for this position and will interview the top three (3) candidates. North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

NO SMOKING NOTICE: As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.