Compliance Accountant ( Fiscal Analyst 3 )

Located in the scenic Puget Sound area with nearby mountain ranges and Mount Rainier in the distance, Tacoma is surrounded by outdoor recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating and camping. Tacoma, Washington has been ranked as one of the most livable cities in the country, due to the increasing career opportunities, cultural diversity and community engagement, just to name a few.

Tacoma Community College (TCC) was built on the ancestral territory of Coast Salish peoples, specifically the Puyallup and Squaxin Island Tribes. The 1854 Medicine Creek Treaty forcibly removed them to Reservations to make way for colonizers; we recognize the privilege of utilizing this land has come at a great cost. We honor the resilience of the Puyallup and Squaxin Island people, who still live here, defend their rights, and contribute greatly to the well-being of our community. Our institution aims to increase partnerships and community ties with the local indigenous populations. Moreover, TCC stands in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and the Black community by further strengthening collaboration with the Black Student Union as well as community entities such as the Tacoma-Pierce County Black Collective, the Tacoma Urban League, and local black-owned businesses. In addition, we strongly support the Stop Asian Hate movement and have an active Asian Pacific Islander Student Club as well as an Asian and Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Coalition. TCC is committed to developing more culturally responsive curricula by infusing and incorporating more educational content focused on the lives, experiences, and contributions of Native, Black, Asian, and other marginalized communities. We continually strive to become an anti-racist institution.

We are specifically focusing on improved support for traditionally marginalized populations, including Black/African- American, Indigenous, People of Color, Dreamers, justice-involved, immigrants and refugees, Veterans, people with disabilities, and the LGBTQ+ community. To this end, TCC seeks applicants who:

• Value intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
• Welcome difference and model respectful interaction with others
• Recognize and honor the important role that diversity brings to an educational community
• Are committed to educating a racially and socioeconomically diverse student population
• Are committed to teaching in a community college setting
• Care deeply about student success
• Intentionally support and promote efforts related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Honor TCC's mission promoting equitable access to educational opportunities
• Reflect the diversity of our community

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Financial Services, this position supports Tacoma Community College's Strategic Plan by providing rigorous stewardship of the College's financial resources through high quality accounting services, administering day-to-day fiscal operations of the College's general ledger, student financials and financial aid management systems, and supporting the development of the College's financial reports.

This position requires a highly organized, independent, motivated individual with impeccable interpersonal skills with the knowledge and ability to research and improve operations in a highly computerized environment. The Compliance Accountant assures compliance with college fiscal policies and procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), state and federal guidelines, and Washington State fund accounting.

This position collects and analyzes fiscal data to perform General Ledger and Student Financial reconciliations, prepare audit documentation, financial statements and reports and IPEDS reporting. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills are required to maintain effective internal controls, detect and correct complex errors, and recommend process improvements. Preparation of monthly and quarterly reporting. Make recommendations for changes and refinement of finance processes. Excellent interpersonal skills are needed to provide consultation to end-users of the College's financial information. This position maintains the accuracy and compliance of the College's financial, student financials and financial aid data.

• Prepare and review State and Federal reports and disclosures.
• Prepare and review the student financials accounts receivable to assure accuracy in the general ledger on a monthly basis. Investigate and resolve errors by determining correcting journal entries and reviewing entries prepared by other fiscal staff members.
• Prepare, reconcile, and analyze reports, spreadsheets, and other data related to general ledger, receivables and financial aid subsystem functions.
• Establishes, integrates and maintains accounting submodules of the College's financial ERP system.
• Independently investigate and resolve complex financial problems by using strategic problem-solving skills, and collaborating effectively with teammates.

• Independently lead and coordinatefinancial activities including, account reconciliations, and the preparation and review of Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) financial statements.

• Maintain the College's fixed asset management inventory listing and calculate depreciation. Prepare depreciation and capitalization entries and reconcile general ledger balances to the inventory listing.

• Prepare and support the development of fiscal reports for internal review, external audit, and compliance.
• Interpret, apply and coordinate adherence to institutional, state and federal fiscal policies.
• Coordinate and consult with staff to support understanding of the financial-related activities including financial aid, student financials, revenue, and expense.
• Responds to audit report and takes corrective management actions. Initiate changes to meet discrepancies or noncompliance cited by auditors, if any.
• Act as backup to the Accounting Manager and other business office staff as needed to ensure continuation of key fiscal activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• 3 years of recent relevant accounting experience, using accounting-related software.

-OR- equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 18 quarter or 12 semester hours of accounting, auditing, and/or budgeting.
• Experience following applicable fiscal guidelines, regulations, principles and standards when processing transactions.
• Proficient using Excel spreadsheets, Word, Outlook, and database processing software functions.
• Experience working with financial administrative systems such as PeopleSoft.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in accounting, business or closely related field from an accredited college or university.
• 4 years of recent accounting experience, using accounting-related software.
• Certification as a Public Accountant or Internal Auditor.
• Experience in Peoplesoft financial/accounting/budgetary system

Conditions of Employment

• Successfully pass a criminal history background check prior to employment.
• Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; near visual acuity for preparing financial reports and recognizing numerical figures.
• Ability to bend, stoop, and squat to file or retrieve files/reports; ability to push, pull, drag, lift and carry reports and ledgers up to 25 pounds.

The Successful Candidate Must Demonstrate

• Excellent verbal and written communication, including interpersonal and listening skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize a variety of projects and assignments requiring a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work in an environment with others in close proximity.
• Ability to plan and facilitate work initiatives without direct supervision.
• Ability to analyze budgetary workflow procedures and develop and implement improvements to ensure accuracy and efficiency as applicable.
• Ability to exhibit a high level of dedication and enthusiasm to positively handle the stress of a fast-paced work environment.
• Ethics, integrity and sound professional judgment.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, colleagues and staff representing diverse ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic and learning abilities.
• Commitment to functioning as an effective team member.
• An appreciation of diversity and the benefits of a commitment to cultural awareness and sensitivity in the workplace.

• Experience following applicable fiscal guidelines, regulations, principles, and standards when processing transactions.
• Experience in fiscal accountability and analysis.

• Demonstrate ability in problem solving, multitasking and time management;

• Excellent customer service skills, including establishing, building and maintaining internal / external customer satisfaction.

Complete application packages must include the following:

1. Tacoma Community College online application form.
2. Resume and cover letter - In your cover letter, describe how your background and experience align with the responsibilities for this position.