Accountant/ Accounts Payable

**Accountant/ Accounts Payable– Portland** **Hours:** 40 hours/week (1\.0 FTE) **Accountability:** Reports to Western Seminary’s Controller **Position Summary:** The Accountant is a professional\-level position that requires a strong understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This position is responsible for day\-to\-day accounts payable functions, including bank and vendor reconciliations, general ledger reconciliations, interacting with the external audit firm, and problem\-solving as needed. This position is a key contributor to maintaining the financial integrity of the Seminary’s financial records and systems. **Essential Functions:** * Performs regular processing of vendor invoices, check requests, employee reimbursements, and/or other tasks that require the application of a broad spectrum of accounting principles. * Assists the Controller in the annual external audit of Western financial statements. * Monitors financial transactions. * Compiles and reviews statements and/or prepares reports on fund and transaction activities routinely and upon request. * Provides back\-up support for the processing and recording of student ledger payments, and resolves student account questions and queries. * Performs reconciliation of accounts, bank, and other processes. * Provides technical information and assistance to other accounting personnel, department managers, and other staff regarding technical accounting requirements and the use of automated systems. * Maintains positive working relationships with vendors, banks, and organizations related to assigned work. * Uses both personal and mainframe computers to complete and monitor activities assigned. Works with spreadsheets and other software applications to perform duties accurately. * Oversee monthly credit card expense processing. Ensure timely distribution and processing of monthly credit card charges to each individual cardholder’s department. Timely follow\-up with staff to ensure tran