Senior Accounting & Control Analyst; Business Services Division

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Posted Job Title

Senior Accounting & Control Analyst; Business Services Division

Job Profile Title

Accountant C

Job Description Summary

This position reports to the Controller of the Business Services Division (BSD). Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for the daily financial accounting and monthly close process, as well as the monthly consolidation of the general ledger for all assigned departments within the Division.

This position performs monthly analysis of the income statement and balance sheet, including documenting balances as part of the University's Business Control Model (BCM). In addition, this position will prepare Unrelated Business Income Tax Filings for review and approval and assist in the continuous review and improvement of the Internal Control Environment. This role will also assist in maintaining information in RevenueVision (BSD's contract management software tool) while providing support to business operators on university policies and procedures.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Perform the following tasks for all assigned areas within BSD:

• Financial accounting and monthly close

• Income statement and balance sheet financial analysis. 

• BCM responsibilities that include substainting account balances.

• Business process reviewss to ensure key controls are designed and operating effectively.

• Contract and data maintenance in RevenueVision

• Tax filings for Unrelated Business Income Tax

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree is required along with a minimum of 3 years' experience or equivalent combination is required.

• Solid understanding of US GAAP principles, US Tax Code, and general accounting responsibilities.

• Excellent written and communication skills.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize items.

• Customer service mentality that fosters a collaborative environment to solve problems.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

• Track record of effectively and efficiently managing competing priorities and meeting goals.

• Familiarity and experience with Penn's systems and University's policies strongly preferred.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Business Services

Pay Range

$43,919.00 - $70,000.00 Annual Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. 

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