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Performs professional accounting activities for specialized, complex and/or functional areas requiring advanced knowledge and professional application of accounting principles, practices and techniques in accordance with industry standards, current laws, and university policy.

Example of Duties
• Plans, directs, organizes, and schedules the activities of a specialized accounting function or several accounting areas.
• Advises administrative management regarding procedures concerning expenditures and other accounting practices.
• Prepares and/or supervises the preparation of financial reports and reconciliation.
• Prepares and/or directs the preparation of specialized or highly complex reports, statements, surveys, or analyses for management.
• Maintains accounting and budget records.
• Recommends alternatives to management when accounting data indicates trends or situations requiring action to be taken beyond the scope of responsibilities.
• Researches, analyzes, and uses independent judgment in a variety of daily and non-routine decisions affecting assigned function.
• Reviews statements of accounting information and other reports provided by the university general ledger system.
• Provides internal/external training, both orally and in writing on accounting systems, procedures, and practices.
• Provides technical advice and services to lower-level accountants or other university staff with problems, complex issues, or special projects.
• Researches and evaluates new or changed accounting principles and practices.

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• Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISU’s mission and department or work unit goals
• Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude
• Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action
• Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
• Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist
• Provides guidance to students

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To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

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