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Staff Accountant

Job in Dallas, Gaston County, North Carolina, 28034, USA
Listing for: Gaston College
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-14
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable/ Collections
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable/ Collections
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 44641 USD Yearly USD 44641.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Dallas

SUMMARY

Open until filled-

This role provides financial and procurement support by assisting with purchasing activities, vendor setup, P-Card compliance, and maintaining required documentation. It supports Foundation accounting through reconciliations and preparing revenue and expense entries, as well as grant-related billing and tracking. The position also handles budget entries, monthly financial reporting, account reconciliations, and year-end closeout tasks, including audit preparation. Additional responsibilities include preparing reports, maintaining confidentiality and accuracy, collaborating with stakeholders, and recommending process improvements.

DUTIES

AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Purchasing Support

  • Work collaboratively with the Procurement Manager to ensure purchasing activity aligns with College policies, North Carolina community college system rules, and state procurement requirements.
  • May review requisitions for accuracy of account coding, availability of budget, and compliance with purchasing thresholds.
  • Assist with vendor setup, W-9 collection, and verification of vendor compliance (e.g., E-Verify, NC Secretary of State registration)
  • Assist with approval of Amazon orders.
  • Support purchasing card (P-Card) reconciliation and monitor user compliance with College and state policies.
  • Maintain proper documentation for procurements, including quotes, bids, sole-source justifications, and contract records.
  • Foundation Accounting & Financial Activity

  • Assist with routine accounting functions for the Gaston College Foundation, including monthly reconciliations.
  • Prepare or enter revenue and expense entries related to scholarships, endowments, annual fund contributions, grants administered through the Foundation, and departmental Foundation accounts.
  • May assist with grant drawdowns, billing, and receivable tracking for Foundation-managed or pass-through grants.
  • Budget Entry & College Accounting

  • Prepare and post budget journal entries as needed for assigned functional areas, ensuring accuracy and appropriate documentation.
  • Update and maintain monthly internal financial reports to support management review and decision-making.
  • Match transactions, reconcile monthly activity, and prepare check requests for WEX fuel card accounts.
  • Support year-end closeout activities, including preparation of accruals, deferrals, and audit-ready schedules.
  • Assist the Controller during the annual audit by gathering supporting documentation and preparing requested reports.
  • General & Administrative

  • Prepare financial and operational reports for management as assigned.
  • Maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and accuracy in all financial operations.
  • Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, customer service, and financial controls.
  • Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, fostering positive and constructive working relationships.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
    • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major coursework in accounting or similar major.
    MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
    • Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience performing professional-level accounting work required.
    • Experience with spreadsheets (Excel) and word processing (MS Word) required.
    • Experience in nonprofit or Foundation accounting preferred.
    • Experience in government, higher education, or fund accounting preferred.
    • Experience with procurement or purchasing processes preferred.
    • Experience with Ellucian Colleague preferred.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Work is performed in a standard office environment requiring extended periods of sitting. Some walking, standing, and bending required. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
    • Position may occasionally require overtime or evening hours and may involve handling multiple deadlines.

    Salary/Compensation: $44,641 per year

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