The Office of the University Controller (UCO) provides leadership and guidance for financial compliance, systems and services at Indiana University. We strive to be a leader in higher education by embracing financial best practices, continuous improvement and by creating a culture of respect, integrity and collaboration. As an organization, we value knowledge and diversity in our people, thoughts and ideas. While our department serves all seven IU campuses, we are physically located on the Bloomington Campus.
The University Accounting & Reporting Services (UARS) function within UCO provides accounting services to IU campuses and Responsibility Centers (RCs) to mitigate compliance and audit risk, provides functional resources and accounting expertise to facilitate internal accounting and reporting, and supports the campuses and RCs by providing accounting and consulting services.
Job Summary
The UARS Manager is tasked with serving as the University Chart Manager and oversees and maintains UCO's internal reporting environment to ensure accurate and reliable financial reporting and compliance information through accounting and fiscal guidance. In support of UCO, this role also serves in an advisory capacity on various projects and functions enabling improved processes, controls, and compliance.
In addition, this position
Department Specific Responsibilities
Collaborates with other areas within UCO, as well as the University Budget Office, UITS, and the campuses, among others, to ensure that standard internal financial reporting is accurate and reliable and that Kuali financial processing documents have the appropriate document restrictions to minimize compliance and audit risk.
Hires, trains, develops and oversees employee growth and performance
Communicates organizational needs to staff
Maintains financial statement object code mapping ensuring statements are in balance and adhering to GAAP / GASB principles
Maintains integrity of financial information presented through analysis of financial statement balances
Develops new internal financial reports or enhancements to existing reports both as a service to other organizations and as a control
Maintains the Controller's Office Reporting Tools (CORT) application in collaboration with UCO Financial Systems team
Provides guidance on using and running reports in KFS, IUIE, & CORT
Provides customer service to KFS, IUIE, and CORT users through support form submissions or inquiries to uars@iu.edu
Provides accounting and fiscal guidance/advisory to KFS users on appropriate accounting treatments and document type usage
Maintains UARS CRM platform and documentation
Maintains the UCO website and related materials through HTML code in Grav
Continuously collaborates with financial systems admin team through reoccurring meetings facilitating report improvements and enhancements, enhanced security of financial information, and process improvements for routine tasks like updating object code mappings
Facilitates fiscal closing procedures through coordinating with constituent reporting units
Consults on closing procedures for constituent reporting units
General Responsibilities
Applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Performs more complex accounting assignments requiring advanced professional experience, knowledge, and competency in accounting principle and practices to safeguard the organization's financial resources and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, laws, and reporting requirements.
Establishes and maintains accounting policies and controls, fiscal controls, and financial reports.
Prepares, reviews, and provides interpretation of complex reports and analyses for manager and officers.
Submits recommendations for improved operations.
Oversees and assists with specialized accounting assignments such as the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial activity.
Provides work leadership to lower-level accounting employees.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree accounting, or related field
Preferred
Master's degree
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
5 years relevant experience. Advanced level of accounting practices/methods essential to the success of this position
Preferred
Supervisory experience and experience with system and/or report design
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Indiana license or Indiana license eligible
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Possesses a high degree of initiative
Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Analytical ability and a high level of numerical competence
Proficiency in IT and demonstrated skill in using Excel to produce financial reports
Ability to reconcile financial ledgers and process accounts payable/receivable
Organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively
Preferred
Ability to be comfortable with database systems and Excel
Strong analytical skills and good communication skills.
Ability to work with individuals at a variety of skill levels in a professional manner
Ability to review a process/procedure and identify improvements or enhancements
Ability to be results-oriented, deadline driven, ability to multi-task, and strong interpersonal skills
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana or Indianapolis, Indiana
This position is eligible for remote work or a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change based on university policy and the department's business needs.
Advertised Salary
$85,000 - $90,176 annually, depending up qualifications.
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator.See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
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About Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
IUPUI, a partnership between Indiana and Purdue universities, is Indiana’s urban research and academic health sciences campus.IUPUI’s mission is to advance the state of Indiana and the intellectual growth of its citizens to the highest levels nationally and internationally through research and creative activity, teaching and learning, and civic engagement.By offering a distinctive range of bachelor’s, master’s, professional, and Ph.D. degrees, IUPUI promotes the educational, cultural, and economic development of central Indiana and beyond through innovative collaborations, external partnerships, and a strong commitment to diversity.
