• Job Description

  Req#: 1035

  Staff Accountant

  Reading, PA Campus, 1621 N 13th St, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States of America Req #1035

  Friday, May 30, 2025

  Position Summary:

  Albright College is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support the Controller’s Office with general ledger accounting, reconciliation, and reporting functions. This role combines core accounting responsibilities with a strong understanding of student account functions. The position ensures that financial records are accurate, transactions are compliant with nonprofit accounting standards, and internal and external reporting meets institutional needs. The Staff Accountant will play a key role in supporting the fiscal integrity of the College and its commitment to student-centered service.

  Key Responsibilities:

  Accounting and General Ledger Functions:

  • Prepare and post journal entries and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual closings
  • May assist in reconciling general ledger accounts, including cash, receivables, payables, and prepaid/deferred items
  • Prepare weekly student account refund requests for Accounts Payable; disseminate weekly student refunds
  • Assist with the preparation of internal financial reports and year-end financial statements
  • Support audit readiness through preparation of schedules, documentation, and coordination with auditors
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and FASB standards for nonprofit entities

  Student Accounts Responsibilities:

  • Assist with reconciliation of student accounts, billing adjustments, and financial aid applications as they impact general ledger balances
  • Support the posting and classification of transactions related to tuition, room and board, bookstore, public safety, and other student charges with directions from the Director of Student Accounts
  • Collaborate with Director of Student Accounts and Financial Aid Office to ensure accurate revenue recognition and account reconciliation
  • Participate in annual 1098-T reporting and fiscal year-end student account closeout
  • Help manage third-party billing entries and assist in reviewing payment plan activity
  • Accept payments and/or deposits from students, parents or others relating to student accounts

  Operational and Administrative Support:

  • Maintain financial records and supporting documentation in accordance with internal controls and retention policies
  • Conduct research and analysis for assigned accounts, including variance explanations and historical trends
  • Process daily posting of A/R batches and assist with cash application, as needed
  • Assist with monthly Perkins Loan servicing requirements and student refund processing
  • Serve as a backup for key accounting tasks and support cross-training initiatives

  Qualifications:

  Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

  Experience:

  • 2–4 years of accounting experience, preferably in higher education or nonprofit environment
  • Prior experience with student account functions or financial aid reconciliation is a plus

  Skills & Abilities:

  • Knowledge of nonprofit GAAP and fund accounting principles
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.); familiarity with Access or similar tools a plus
  • Experience with ERP systems such as Sage Intacct or QuickBooks preferred
  • Strong communication, customer service, and analytical skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

  About Albright College
  Founded in 1856, Albright College is the oldest institution of higher learning in Berks County and one of the most economically and culturally diverse colleges in the country. Nationally ranked as a top performer for social mobility, Albright is home to about 1,600 residential undergraduate students from across the nation and around the globe, working together to cultivate integrity, curiosity, connection and resilience. Albright students are encouraged to cross or combine majors to create individualized academic programs, without taking longer to graduate. The college’s flexible curriculum, close faculty mentorship and numerous experiential learning options are all designed to help students exceed their own expectations .
  
  At Albright, we believe our differences make us stronger and empower us to better understand and respect one another in a just and fair manner. With this in mind, the college recruits, houses, educates, employs, supports and generally celebrates people of all statuses, identities and back U grounds, including, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, religious or spiritual identity, gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital and parental status, veteran status, political affiliation and physical and mental ability. Albright College is an EEO employer, committed to inclusivity. In alignment with this commitment, we actively encourage diversity in all dimensions among applicants for this position. Read the college’s Inclusivity and Equity Statement online and learn more our demonstrated commitment to building an inclusive and equitable academic community.

  
  About Reading, Pa.

  Ranked a “Best Place to Live” and “Best Place to Retire” by U.S. News & World Report, Reading is a medium-sized city in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Albright College’s 118 acre campus is located in the city’s historic northeast College Heights neighborhood. Catch a concert in Reading’s 9,000 seat Santander Arena or get up close and personal in the historical Santander Performing Arts Center (built in the 1870s — only 20 years after Albright was born!) Start a new art project with materials like hot glass, paint, wood and more at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts , enjoy seasonal festivals or take a walk through West Reading’s artisan shops, restaurants and boutiques. See Pennsylvania’s spectacular autumn display from the top of Reading’s Pagoda , a kayak on Blue Marsh Lake , or from a scenic steam train ride . Or leave civilization behind with more than 125 miles of certified biking and hiking trails . The city of Reading is also home to the Philadelphia Flyer’s ECHL ice hockey team and the Philadelphia Phillies’ AA baseball team.
  

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• About the company

  Albright College is a private liberal arts college in Reading, Pennsylvania affiliated with the United Methodist Church. It was founded in 1856.

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