Accountant

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.