Senior Accountant - Tuition & Aid


Job Identification: 17635
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What We're Looking For

The Senior Accountant - Tuition and Aid position supports the mission of the University by requiring thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and utilization of accounting skills to ensure timely and accurate preparation of entries related to the University's operations.

A bachelor's degree and five years of relevant work experience are required. A master's degree, a CPA license and six years of relevant experience are preferred.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong accounting/auditing skills and experience, including analytical skills and attention to detail with accuracy.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple levels within organization, organize work to meet timetables and deadlines (performance under pressure), work independently with minimal supervision and coordinate a variety of activities.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to operate personal computers, on-line computing systems, ten-key calculator, and other general office equipment.
• Effective communication skills, oral and written, using correct English grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Ability to interact in difficult situations requiring tact and diplomacy with a diverse population.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Non-profit, university or college experience.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

• Maintain updated knowledge of GAAP, University policies, procedures, financial requirements and Office of Management & Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance and federal and state cash management accounting, compliance, reporting principles and requirements.
• Coordinate with the Financial Services, Student Accounts, Student Financial Aid and Office of the Registrar department staff to ensure accurate recording of student-related revenue and contra-revenue (primarily, tuition, fees and scholarships) and related asset and clearing accounts within the University financial system.
• Interface successfully with these departments in an advisory capacity providing guidance and assistance in resolving accounting and financial questions or problems.
• Process, record, recalculate and analyze accounting interfaces from student information systems.
• Review (for accuracy and errors) and approve journal entries prepared by other Financial Services and Student Accounts staff.
• Coordinate and resolve budget issues.
• Review contracts to ensure appropriate accounting, prepare financial analyses and reconciliations, and coordinate entries for University Student Accounts operating activities.
• Analyze, prepare and record routine and non-routine daily, month-end and year-end journal entries ensuring timely and accurate reporting of assigned accounts and Student Accounts activities.
• Review/reconcile assigned accounts for proper accounting.
• Assist in review of new programs/scholarships/reporting set-up.
• Review the recording of financial aid on student accounts for compliance with federal & state reporting requirements.
• Analyze and reconcile accounts exercising judgment and coordinating corrections.
• Research discrepancies and review transactions for timeliness, accuracy and conformance with GAAP and established procedures.
• Forecast revenues/scholarships when requested.
• Periodically review processes related to student revenue/contra-revenue receipt and recording for appropriateness, efficiency, and internal control weaknesses.
• Make recommendations for improvement, where necessary.
• Assist with establishment, change or deletion of detail codes within the University Student Accounts system (Ellucian Banner), exercising judgment and ensuring appropriate coding for proper financial reporting.
• Assist with annual external audit and periodic internal or agency audits.
• Prepare schedules and reports supporting account balances and activities. Assist with system testing for periodic updates.
• Assist with periodic reporting to federal and state agencies.
• Coordinate requests for reported data to facilitate timely and accurate submission.
• Analyze reported data to determine reasonableness.
• Attend meetings, seminars, staff developments and training sessions.
• Serve on University committees and assist with special projects of Financial Services.
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission.
• Ability to comply with University policies.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Illuminate. Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally. If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!


About Us:
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor's commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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