Job Description:

• Assists in preparation of financial statements and various other accounting statements and reports.

• Assists in month-end and year-end close process, includes submitting journal entries, reviewing transactions to ensure accurate financial reporting.

• Generate monthly faculty, staff, research, and clinical metrics.

• Oversees and maintains University related systems, including expense management and procurement systems. Act as liaison between University Shared Services and departments.

• Maintains and updates the Accounting System in preparation for new financial system.

• Prepares discretionary spend analysis.

• Reviews estimated expenditures for capital project reporting. In addition, develops expenditure projections and provides periodic budget variance reports.

• Monitors lease transactions for incorrect account usage.

• Acts as a resource for team members and solves complex problems.

• Performs a variety of routine operating or cost accounting activities which require basic knowledge of accounting theories and principles.

• Examines accounting records for the purpose of determining gains and losses, receipts and disbursements, and inventory.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelorâ™s degree in Finance or Accounting is strongly preferred.

Experience:

• Preferred experience in a university or academic medical center.

• Knowledge of GAAP accounting principles.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Understanding of financial computing and database software applications.

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge of various financial principles, practices, and applications including budgeting, financial planning, financial analysis, and financial reporting.

• Intellectual versatility and creativity.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently with sound judgment.

• Strong educational background with a focus on business, economics, or related technical field.

• Coursework in accounting and finance.

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Ability to establish and maintain relationships at all organizational levels.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

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