Accountant - Financial Services

Performs highly professional tasks in the area of accounting and financial reporting. Performs professional tasks in maintaining fiscal records for the University. Requires an in-depth knowledge of principles and practices within a specific area of higher education accounting in accordance with GASB standards. Work is performed independently under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller through normal auditing procedures and other internal controls. Performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies and Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Assistant Controller

Supervises: No supervisory responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

•  Provides entry-level grant accounting support with managing Sponsored Awards and other closely related institutional funding awards.
•  Performs financial analysis, expenditure tracking, and reconciling grant activity.
•  Assists with Sponsored Programs billings and financial reporting.
•  Calculates and processes Direct Lending and Pell draws from US Department of Education.
•  Calculates and book monthly overhead.
•  Reconciles Colleague Direct Lending Detail to US Department of Education Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) data monthly.
•  Performs general ledger account other reconciliations and provides accountability for outstanding items.
•  Initiates corrections or adjustments to accounts in the general ledger as applicable.
•  Prepares journal entries daily, monthly and annually.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

•  Grants Area:
  •  Enters Sponsored Program Cost-Transfer Forms.
  •  Enters Sponsored Program interdepartmental transfers.
  •  Analyzes sponsored awards from inception to closeout.
•  Performs a variety of clerical tasks, such as filing, proofreading, and preparing correspondence.
•  Assists in the compilation and reporting of information in the annual financial report.
•  Performs other duties as requested.

 

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related area with an emphasis in accounting. Additional job related experience/and/or education may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Two years of experience in finance and/or accounting within a higher education environment. Experience with Excel, USAS, Oracle and Datatel.

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

•  Knowledge of Federal and State guidelines and costing accounting and grant reporting requirements.
•  Working knowledge of fundamental accounting principles and methods, preferably with emphasis in higher education.
•  Working knowledge of the Datatel, Oracle, ACS and USAS as it pertains to accounting functions.
•  Ability to analyze accounting systems for proper controls and reporting capabilities.
•  Ability to analyze accounts, statements and other financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with governing regulations.
•  Ability to use word processing software, spreadsheets, and accounting software.
•  Ability to accurately perform detailed work amid distractions.
•  Ability to write by hand.
•  Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
•  Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions, and other outcomes.
•  Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
•  Ability to communicate effectively - orally, by phone, in person, and in writing.
•  Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment including university related software and email.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

The employee may be required to travel.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment.

SAFETY

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