Fiscal Analyst 2

At a Glance! LCC is looking for a motivated individual that is customer-service oriented and enjoys working with numbers to join our small but mighty Finance Team! The Fiscal Analyst works collaboratively with departments across campus to ensure effective and smooth processing of cash receipts and credit card transactions. The Finance Analyst processes daily cash balancing, positive pay, travel expenditure reimbursements, and more.

The Finance Team manages all financial operations for the College. The Finance Analyst (Fiscal Analyst 2) is the key person for cash management and providing excellent customer service to faculty and staff at the College.

This position is classified as a Fiscal Analyst 2 under the State of Washington Classified Job Specification. The position is 40 hrs/week and the typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. The Finance Analyst reports directly to the Assistant Director of Finance.

Check us out on Facebook and Instagram!       Focus areas for the Finance Analyst include but are not limited to:

• Daily cash balancing and positive pay processing; daily balancing of cashier deposits, journal entries, web deposits/authorizations

• Main college contact for LCC banking accounts

• Coordinate general accounting transactions for auxiliary enterprises (Bookstore, Food Services, and Fitness Center); recording and entering daily sales and expense journal

• Process Accounts Payable and Payroll check runs/printing

• Audit, verify, and code travel expenditure reimbursements for LCC faculty and staff

• Reconcile, verify, and process all credit card expenditure transactions for LCC faculty and staff; work with Budget Manager to correct coding errors and troubleshoot tax issues

• Process, code and create inter-department cost transfers for Print Shop invoices; postage and printing charges

• Reconcile monthly bank statements to the LCC General Ledger

• Monitor clearing accounts for travel advances and events

• Coordinate quarterly audits of all department petty cash funds

• Prepare and file annual unclaimed property with the Department of Revenue

• Train faculty & staff on travel and credit card procedures and processing

• Represent the Finance Office on assignments and committees as delegated by the Director

• Perform other duties as assigned

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Minimum Qualifications:

• An Associate of Arts Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or closely related field AND one year of full-time accounting experience OR related experience may substitute for degree requirement

• The ability to perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and college policy

• Ability to work in a semi-open office setting with frequent interruption

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal, time management, and organization skills

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, economics, or related field

• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting systems, processes and procedures

• Professional level experience in cash management and bank reconciliation

• Knowledge of PeopleSoft software is highly desirable

• A mindset for continual improvement and innovation

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lower Columbia College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act and Washington State's Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. All Inquiries regarding compliance with Title IX, access, equal opportunity and/or grievance procedures should be directed to Kendra Sprague, Vice President of Foundation, HR & Legal Affairs, 1600 Maple Street, PO Box 3010, Longview, WA 98632, title9@lowercolumbia.edu, Phone number, (360) 442-2120, Phone number/TTY (800) 833-6388.

• Learn more on our Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment page.

• The college is compliant with Title IX best practices. For more information, visit About Title IX.

• The college encourages qualified members of protected classes to apply.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

LCC celebrates and embraces diversity of all kinds, including differing beliefs, cultures, people, and experiences. We commit to institutional and individual changes that recognize, understand, and challenge patterns of social inequity and systemic disparities within our ever-changing world. For more information, see Diversity & Equity.

Jeanne Clery Statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Lower Columbia College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Lower Columbia College's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lowercolumbia.edu/CleryASFR.

Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or professional association or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers or professional association. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.

Mission, Vision & Values

Our Mission, Vision & Values define our reason for being, and provide the framework for planning and improvement efforts at LCC. For details on LCC's Mission, Vision & Values, see our Strategic Plan.

Application Procedure and Requirements

An online application must be completed for consideration. Paper submissions or emailed materials will not be accepted. A complete application must also include the following documents (attached or in the online application itself):

• Resume

• Cover Letter (Letter of Interest)

• Unofficial transcripts (if applicable)

Upon request, accommodations are available for persons with disabilities for the Lower Columbia College hiring process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The Human Resources Office is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Conditions of Employment

• If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate legal authorization to work for the duration of this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1995.

• Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted.  Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

• This position is part of a bargaining unit subject to the WFSE HE Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• The College is committed to maintain an environment for teaching and learning which is free of drugs and alcohol.

Lower Columbia College Human Resources

For any questions regarding this job advertisement, please call our Human Resources office at (360) 442-2120, or email us directly at hr@lowercolumbia.edu.