Staff Accountant

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title

Staff Accountant

Job Summary

The scope of this job is to perform complex accounting and financial reporting functions for the College and the Foundation. Be a key resource person for daily financial accounting issues. Assist in research and implementation of newly issued accounting regulations. Assist with coordination and preparation of annual external audit. Achieve and maintain a thorough operating knowledge in areas of assigned responsibility as detailed below.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Actively seek learning opportunities, applying new knowledge, and adapt to evolving job requirements and industry standards.
• Build positive and trusting relationships through partnership and teamwork.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in both verbal and written formats, tailored to diverse audiences and contexts.
• Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to FERPA and institutional policies.
• Manage multiple tasks efficiently, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Produce accurate, thorough, and high-quality work; learns from errors and continuously seeks improvement.
• Proficient in software systems, such as Microsoft Office Suite and basic office equipment; comfortable learning new technologies as needed.
• Provide exceptional support and assistance to students, staff, and community members with empathy and professionalism.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate a strong sense of initiative.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

EOE Statement

Kishwaukee College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and any reasonable and timely accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act will be made upon documented request by the employee.

Position Status

Full Time

Hours per Week

40+

Weeks per Year

52

Budgeted Hours per Year

2080

Temporary Position - Begin Date

Temporary Positions - End Date

Type of Position

Professional Staff - Non-Grant Funded

Hiring Salary Range Requested

$72,500.00

Support Staff Pay Band (if applicable)

Support Staff Pay Range (if applicable

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S369P

Number of Vacancies

Job Open Date

01 / 05 / 2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions Summary

Advertising Summary

Internal Posting for Position, College Website

Posting Link

Illustrative Examples of Essential Functions

Job Duty Name

Description of Job Duty

Essential Duty?

Yes

Percentage Of Time

100