Accountant, Senior - Institutional Advancement & UW Foundation

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Senior Accountant, UW Foundation

JOB PURPOSE:

Perform advanced accounting functions specializing in investments, endowments, treasury notes and bond allocations. Audit and report on business activities for board meetings and other special requests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform financial analysis and advanced accounting functions in the management of short-term investments.
• Prepare integrated financial and statistical reports, statements, projections, and recommendations that may have long-term impacts on funding. 
• Reconcile investment pools, project future spending requirements, and record transfers.
• Prepare tax reports, forms and other required documents. Monitor and maintain key accounting information for the operating unit within the finance system.
• Interpret and analyze financial operations and transactions, forecast trends, and develop special complex reports and analyses for management and funding agencies; make recommendations for asset utilization and expenditure control.
• Monitor the business activities of the assigned area through the maintenance and control of financial records. Provide cost estimates and projections.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• May serve on university committees that develop accounting policies and procedures.
• May assist in planning area functions and/or events.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide backup in other areas as needed.

COMPETENCIES:

• Consistency
• Initiative
• Technical/Professional Knowledge
• Integrity
• Quality Orientation 
• Individual Leadership

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, MIS/Accounting, finance, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Experience: 3 years work-related experience with some professional experience in an office environment.

Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:  None

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Experience with budget management and planning
• Experience with investment banking
• Experience with tax accounting
• Experience with policy development and implementation
• Experience with computer applications and computerized accounting systems

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for four work-related references.  

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/