Accountant III, Payroll

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position.  A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-System Office

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Accountant III, payroll reports directly to the Executive Director of Accounting/Controller but works closely with the Payroll team. This position performs accounting activities that include journal entry preparation, complex general ledger payroll account reconciliations, and ensuring financial accuracy. Prepares, reviews and analyzes payroll reports. Ensures proper accounting of payroll related transactions. Works with the payroll team to resolve discrepancies between Payroll submodules and general ledger. Assists in payroll audits and annual external audit. Develops and recommends process and procedure changes. Performs internal and external reporting. Serves as lead accountant for Payroll.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reconciles various payroll accounts on a monthly basis; responsible for reviewing and monitoring Payroll general ledger accounts and notifying appropriate area of any needed corrections, prepares journal entries, and performs analysis of Payroll balance sheet accounts

• Prepares and submits timely and accurate financial Payroll reports to internal and external constituents
• Translates technical guidance received from various regulatory agencies into usable information applicable to assignments; ensure compliance with GAAP, GASB, board policy, and local, state and federal regulations and policies; evaluates and assesses impact of regulatory changes to processes and procedures required by internal policy changes or external regulators
• Prepares accrual calculations for the College's benefit plans and paid time off
• Reconciles the subsidiary records to the general ledger for Payroll accounts
• Prepares year-end entries and audit schedules; provides supporting documentation as required by internal and external audits
• May work with the Office of Technology Services on system errors that develop within accounting related modules, as well as projects to implement or upgrade modules as needed
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Broad knowledge of general accounting principles, practices, and procedures
• Broad knowledge of statutory requirements pertaining to payroll
• Excellent knowledge of PC's and related software (especially Microsoft Office suite Word, Excel, and Access)
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to cope with several tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Self-start that is able to plan, organize and take initiatives to meet objectives and deadlines independently
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:  

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with an accounting emphasis

Salary

Hiring salary range is $48,152 to $55,375

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions.  Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education.  Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer.  The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience.  The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

• Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
• If the position was full time or part time
• If the position was paid or unpaid
• Level of degree completed including date earned.
• Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

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How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year.  By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.