Faculty Council Seeks Bursar to support DCCFA Financial Processes

 Bursar Job Opening

The Dallas Community College Faculty Association (DCCFA) is seeking a candidate to assume the role of Bursar.  This position works under the supervision of the DCCFA Treasurer.

To avoid a conflict of interest in fact or appearance, the Bursar should not be:

·       a member of the Council or a Campus Faculty Association Officer, or

·       in a romantic relationship with or related by blood or marriage to a Council member or Campus Faculty Association Officer. 

Responsibilities for Bursar

• Maintain a record of financial transactions in QuickBooks Online (QBO) for the DCCFA Operating and Legal bank accounts as well as the campus bank accounts in an accurate, complete, and up-to-date manner

• Obtain support for campus level transactions on a regular basis

• Conduct reconciliation of all accounts on a regular basis

• Process expense reports and pay invoices

• Monitor any variances from the projected budget

• Compile bank balances, investment status, profit and loss, and balance sheet reports monthly to provide to the Treasurer

• Complete year-end entries as of May 31 to prepare the financials for review by the Council

• Coordinate with the tax accountant and Treasurer on the annual Form 990 filing due October 15 each year

• Interpret and apply relevant policies, rules, and regulations to all work to ensure compliance with applicable standards

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred

• 3-5 years relevant experience working in accounting and bookkeeping

• Knowledge of accounting procedures and internal controls best practices

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of relevant policies, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to IRS regulations and filing deadlines, Texas Business Organizations Code, DCCFA Constitution and Bylaws, etc.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Proficient skills in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

• Must pass a criminal background check

Qualifications for Bursar

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• 3-5 years relevant experience working in accounting and bookkeeping
• Knowledge of accounting procedures and internal controls best practices
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of relevant policies, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to IRS regulations and filing deadlines, Texas Business Organizations Code, DCCFA Constitution and Bylaws, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient skills in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Must pass a criminal background check

If you are interested in the Bursar position, please contact DCCFA President Ryan Pettengill and/or Treasurer Keith Baker.