Accountant
Midland College | Midland, Texas
JOB SUMMARY
Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timely reporting of the College's financial records. Reconcile all cash accounts, ad valorem, receivables, and other assigned general ledger accounts. Monitor cash, bank accounts, and positive pay. Record cash related journal entries and prepare the daily cash report.
ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE
At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region.
Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.
Three Core Values define our culture:
YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make.
ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results.
We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace.
What You Can Expect at Midland College:
- A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision.
- A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
- Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day.
If you're passionate about making a difference, excited by growth and innovation, and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin, we invite you to join our team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Monitor daily bank activity and cash balances, administer positive pay, and prepare the daily cash balance report.
- Reconcile all cash and bank accounts; maintain accurate check registers and check logs.
- Prepare and post journal entries, budget adjustments, corrections, direct deposits, and other accounting transactions.
- Reconcile assigned general ledger accounts, including third-party receivables and ad valorem tax activity; investigate and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Assist the Director of Accounting and Associate Vice President of Accounting Activities with cash-management activities.
- Maintain documentation for voided and reissued checks.
- Audit petty cash accounts and supporting documentation.
- Research account activity and assist departments with questions regarding balances, transactions, and corrections.
- Assist with unclaimed property reports and maintain detailed records of unclaimed checks.
- Maintain organized, complete, and audit-ready supporting documentation.
- Contribute to process improvements, strong internal controls, and responsive service across the College.
- On a backup basis, prepare interdepartmental charges, the monthly sales tax report, enter Foundation donations and invoices, and support the 1099 reporting.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a similar degree, with at least 9 hours in accounting. Alternatively, 30 hours of college credit with at least 3 hours in accounting and a minimum of two years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or banking with complex reconciliation experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general computer applications.
- Strong numerical accuracy and data-entry skills, including 10-key proficiency by touch.
- The ability to analyze financial activity, identify discrepancies, and follow issues through resolution.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to communicate clearly and provide responsive service to employees across the College.
- The ability to manage recurring deadlines and shifting priorities while maintaining accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience performing complex bank, cash, receivable, or general ledger reconciliations.
- Accounts receivable experience
- Experience preparing and posting journal entries.
- Experience with sales tax reporting.
- Experience with unclaimed property reporting.
- Experience with Forms W-9 and 1099.
- Experience in nonprofit, governmental, or higher education accounting.
- Experience working with an enterprise accounting or ERP system.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Typical office
- Business Hours
- M-Th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 pm
- Periodic evening and weekend hours during peak periods (e.g., open enrollment, payroll)
- Occasional travel (less than 10%)
Physical Demands
- Must be able to lift or move up to 25 pounds
- Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Use of manual dexterity
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
- Travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town may be required
Salary Range: $61,774 - $62,700
BENEFITS:
Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs.
- medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, FSA
- retirement savings programs
- tuition remission for employees
- generous paid time off including winter break
To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits *eligibility may vary based on job classification
SECURITY SENSITIVITY
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Special Instructions to Applicants
All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, CV/resume, and transcripts (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a similar degree with at least 9 accounting credit hours
- Alternatively, 30 college credit hours including at least 3 accounting credit hours and two years of accounting, bookkeeping, or banking experience with complex reconciliation experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general computer applications
- Strong numerical accuracy and data-entry skills, including touch 10-key proficiency
- Ability to analyze financial activity, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Clear communication and responsive service skills
- Ability to manage recurring deadlines and shifting priorities while maintaining accuracy
- Experience with complex bank, cash, receivable, or general ledger reconciliations
- Accounts receivable experience
- Experience preparing and posting journal entries
- Experience with sales tax reporting
- Experience with unclaimed property reporting
- Experience with Forms W-9 and 1099
- Experience in nonprofit, governmental, or higher education accounting
- Experience with an enterprise accounting or ERP system
What We Do
Midland College is a comprehensive community college dedicated to excellence and a commitment to lifelong learning. It supports individual and economic development by offering degrees, certificates, workforce education, and student support services, while also providing community and cultural enrichment opportunities.
