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Maine Community College System Director of General Ledger Accounting in Augusta, Maine
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Director of General Ledger Accounting
The Maine Community College System (MCCS) is looking for a full-time Director of General Ledger Accounting.
Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer the Director of General Ledger Accounting performs and
supervises general ledger accounting staff/activities that are complex and broad in nature, specializing in general
ledger and financial reporting functions. This position is responsible for conducting the monthly reconciliation and
analysis of key general ledger accounts, with supporting back-up and documentation. This position is primarily
responsible for, but not limited to, providing internal accounting support by evaluating, recommending, and
implementing good practices and procedures and monitoring their compliance. The Director will facilitate account
reconciliation and process compliance improvements for the individual colleges and System Finance office
throughout the year.
The Director of General Ledger Accounting is a confidential position, level 6. MCCS offers a full suite of employee
benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement savings, flexible savings accounts, employee
assistance program, tuition waivers, 529 education plan MCCS matching grant and paid holidays, vacation, and sick
time.
The required minimum qualifications include a bachelors degree in accounting plus 7 years of experience in
accounting, preferably in higher education.
The required knowledge, skills, and abilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Broad knowledge of general accounting principles, practices and procedures.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Attention to detail and ability to cope with several tasks simultaneously and be deadline oriented.
Initiative and analytical skills are mandatory.
Demonstrated skills in the utilization of the Anthology platform, a Microsoft 365 or related automated
financial systems including report generating and in the use of PCs and related software.
For more information about this opportunity and others, please scan the QR code. To apply,
please upload your cover letter, current resume/CV, including names and contact information for
three professional references, and official transcripts when you complete the online application.
Search will remain open until the position is filled.
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MCCS is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for
all employees. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact
the MCCS Affirmative Action Office (207)629-4000. TTY Dial Maine Relay 711.
Date Posted: December 13, 2024
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