Cash Accounting Specialist - Wilberforce University

Return to Careers Division/Department Business and Finance Reports to Controller Position Type Full-time Job Summary The Cash Accounting Specialist is responsible for the daily processing and reconciliation of cash-related transactions, ensuring all deposits, receipts, and transfers are properly recorded and accounted for. This entry-level position provides an excellent foundation in university financial operations and offers the opportunity to grow within the accounting or finance team. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Cash Receipts & Deposits Process and record cash, check, and electronic deposits received by the university. Prepare and verify bank deposits, ensuring timely and accurate posting to the general ledger. Collaborate with departments to ensure correct coding and documentation of all incoming funds. Bank & Account Reconciliations Assist with daily and monthly bank account reconciliations. Monitor bank activity to ensure transactions match internal records. Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank and system balances. Financial Posting & Reporting Enter cash receipts and transfers into the accounting system (e.g., Ellucian Banner). Support preparation of daily cash position reports and other routine financial summaries. Maintain organized documentation for audit and compliance purposes. Customer Service & Support Respond to inquiries from departments regarding deposit status or account balances. Provide support for student payment activity, fundraising receipts, and other miscellaneous income. Assist with year-end closing and audit preparation. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Skills & Competencies: Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and accounting software. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Willingness to learn university financial systems such as Banner. Minimum Qualifications Education: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required. Bachelor's degree or enrollment in a degree program within 6 months preferred. Experience: Internship, part-time, or 0-2 years of professional accounting or finance experience. Prior work with cash handling or reconciliation is a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to or familiarity with fund accounting or nonprofit financial principles. Experience with ERP systems, especially Banner (Ellucian), a plus. Basic understanding of internal controls and cash management policies. Wilberforce University Founded in 1856, Wilberforce University is America's first private, coeducational University established to educated men and women of African descent; and is closely affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Today, Wilberforce is a well-respected private, residential liberal arts university with a clear mission, core values and vision for the future and is a noted pioneer in the Co-Operative Education Movement. Wilberforce awards the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in the areas of business, engineering and computing science, humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences; as well as the Master of Rehabilitation Counseling degree. The University is located in Wilberforce, Ohio, a community readily accessible to the Dayton, Cincinnati and Columbus metropolitan centers' social, professional and cultural amenities and airports. Wilberforce University is an Equal Opportunity Employer How to Apply: To apply for the Cash Accounting Specialist position, use the "Quick Apply/Submit Resume" button below to submit your information, cover letter and resume to the Wilberforce University Department of Administration and Human Resources.

Created: 2026-03-04