Staff Accountant

Staff Accountant

Kentucky Wesleyan College, a private, liberal arts college with a long-standing reputation for

quality and academic excellence, invites applications for a full-time Staff Accountant to join our

community.

Position Summary:

The Staff Accountant supports the financial, accounting, and budget functions of the Business

Office by performing a variety of administrative duties. The Staff Accountant will support the

day-to-day financial operations of the college, including accounts payable/receivable,

reconciliations, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in

their accounting career who is interested in working in a mission-driven, educational

environment.

Major Responsibilities

• Assist in processing and reconciling accounts payable and accounts receivable

transactions.

• Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closings.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Support payroll processing and related accounting entries.
• Help maintain financial records in compliance with internal policies and external

regulations.

• Assist with budget tracking and expense analysis.
• Transports bank deposits from the College to Bank.
• Assist the Director of Student Accounts/Bursar with the distribution of current and

former student statements.

• Serves as a backup for Accounts Payable as needed, including distributing credit cards,

fleet car keys, and purchase orders as well as processing AP checks, if necessary.

• Work on special projects as assigned.
• Respond to inquiries from staff, students, and vendors regarding financial transactions.
• Support audits by preparing documentation and reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Accounting or Controller.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent

experience).

• Minimum of 1 year professional experience required.
• 1–2 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience preferred (internships count).
• Proficiency with software (e.g., MS Office package with high level of proficiency in

Excel); experience with higher-ed systems like Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar

accounting software a plus.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and on multiple tasks amid interruptions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Valid driver’s license and driving record acceptable to College insurance provider.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Kentucky Wesleyan College.

Compensation and Benefits

This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including the following:

• Insurance – health, dental, vision, supplemental
• Life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Paid time off – 21 days per year
• Paid holidays – 20 days per year
• Retirement plan
• Free tuition at KWC after one year plus tuition arrangements with hundreds of other

colleges and universities

• As Kentucky Wesleyan is a not-for-profit institution, employees may be eligible for loan

forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program of the US Department ofEducation, as applicable.

This position is an exempt position paid on a salary basis. The position description provides an

overview of the level of work to be performed by an employee in this position and does not

constitute a contract of employment. This is not a comprehensive list of all duties,

responsibilities, and/or qualifications, as the College reserves the right to change the description

at any time.

Application Process

To apply, please complete the online application at https://kwc.edu/application-for-employment/.

As part of the online application, please attach a file that contains a cover letter, current resume,

and contact information for three professional references, along with your salary expectations.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. An official transcript for the highest

degree awarded will be required of the hired candidate, as will a background check. The College

is not able to sponsor applicants for work visas.

Kentucky Wesleyan College is an equal opportunity employer and remains committed to

attracting qualified candidates looking to be part of a growing and successful higher educational

organization.

Additional Information

About Kentucky Wesleyan College

Kentucky Wesleyan College is a private, four-year liberal arts institution located in the vibrant

city of Owensboro. A United Methodist-related college founded in 1858, Wesleyan is known for

excellence in academics and a superior residential experience. Kentucky Wesleyan College has

been consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Regional Colleges in

the South and one of the Top Performers in Social Mobility in the South. The Princeton Review

has also recognized KWC as a “Best in the Southeast” college for several consecutive years.

Kentucky Wesleyan students can choose from 29 majors and 13 pre-professional programs.

Classes have a 13-to-1 student-faculty ratio, and 88 percent of the faculty have a Ph.D. or

terminal degree. The College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Commission on Colleges.

The Kentucky Wesleyan Panthers compete in NCAA Division II and are charter members of the

Great Midwest Athletic Conference. Athletic teams include baseball, basketball, football, golf,

soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball, and wrestling.

The College employs approximately 200 faculty and staff who work together on a single

campus. Kentucky Wesleyan provides a challenging and supportive academic experience for

students and a positive and stimulating work environment for employees.

A hallmark of the Kentucky Wesleyan experience includes “The Wesleyan Way” which guides
our community:

• We do everything with honor.
• We always support each other.
• We will compete with integrity.
• We love each other in Christ.

Kentucky Wesleyan College values the unique contributions of all members of our campus

community. As part of our mission to prepare future leaders intellectually, spiritually, and

physically, we strive to provide an atmosphere that encourages and challenges all members of

the Kentucky Wesleyan College campus community to exhibit an understanding and

appreciation of cultural and human differences. We are committed to being a community that

reflects the diversity of our larger society. We expect all members of our institution to actively

create and maintain an inclusive learning and living environment that embraces diversity in all

forms, including race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, socio-economic status, national origin,

sexual orientation, disability, religion, and thought.

About Owensboro, KY

Kentucky Wesleyan College is located in the hospitable city of Owensboro, Kentucky, a vibrant,

beautiful, and safe city nestled on the banks of the Ohio River. Owensboro is small enough to

promote a hometown atmosphere yet large enough to support many amenities usually only

available in much larger cities. Daviess County is home to 110,000 residents and is easily

accessible from metropolitan locations such as Louisville, KY; Nashville, TN; and St. Louis,

MO.

Owensboro’s revitalized downtown area features a state-of-the-art convention center, several
new hotels, and a range of entertainment options with unique restaurants and shops. Twenty-five

parks, totaling 953 acres, encircle the city, which hosts over 20 annual festivals – attracting
visitors from throughout the region.

Suggested Websites

Additional information about Kentucky Wesleyan, the KWC Panthers, and the Owensboro

community may be found at:

• https://www.kwc.edu/
• http://www.kwcpanthers.com/
• http://www.owensboro.org/
• https://edc.owensboro.com/
• https://visitowensboro.com/