Accounting Operations Specialist

Accounting Operations Specialist

Account Operations Specialist works independently to lead a variety of college‑specific accounting, financial operations and compliance responsibilities for the College and the Office of the Treasurer.

• Ensure correct worktags and accounting classifications on all Workday transactions, reviewing monthly to identify and correct errors.
• Prepare and review journal entries, supplier invoices, reconciliations and account analyses to ensure accuracy and compliance with College policies.
• Assist with year‑end closing processes and support annual financial statements, audit and tax schedules, including preparation of 990 support schedules.
• Prepare annual account reconciliations and lead year‑end communications for finance deadlines.
• Reconcile grant, gift and balance sheet ledger accounts; analyze deferred revenue accounts.
• Partner with the Finance Coordinator to ensure all outstanding P‑card transactions are accounted for.

• Serve as the College P‑card administration lead, managing system operations, cardholder limits and overall audit process.
• Train community on P‑card policies and Workday expense recording; lead communications when policies are not adhered to.

• Primary contact for grant and gift accounting, reconciliations and reporting.
• Lead gift reconciliation process with Advancement department; maintain monthly reconciliation process and report balances.
• Perform grant accounting and reporting activity, including proposal budget preparation, expenditure reporting, and grant activity reports.

• Serve as liaison with TCCS accountant for study abroad expense accounting and grant reporting.
• Assist Budget and Finance Analyst in interpreting departmental financial reports and monitoring revenue and expense activity.
• Lead process improvement initiatives related to financial operations and Workday procedures.

• Proven general accounting knowledge and experience in performing accounting analyses, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of college, university, or not‑for‑profit accounting and grant accounting (including fund accounting) is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; effective customer service and clear financial communication.
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism and strong written and verbal communication skills.

At least a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field and three to five years of detailed, technical and general accounting or finance experience, preferably in a not‑for‑profit or higher education setting. An MBA or master’s degree is beneficial. CPA licensure is beneficial.

• Cover Letter:
  Explain interest, qualifications and which of Pitzer's core values best relates to your own.
• Resume:
  List relevant qualifications and dates of experience.
• Professional References:
  Provide the names of at least three professional references with business titles, contact information and indication of acquaintance.

Pitzer College adheres to the letter and spirit of Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, disability, medical condition or veteran status in employment policies. Pitzer strongly encourages candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.