Staff Accountant (PSS4-AS), Accounting Services

Reporting to the Associate Controller, this position is a key member of the University Accounting Services team.  The position is primarily responsible for supporting daily and monthly financial responsibilities. The appointee will also assist in developing analytical procedures and recommending process improvements.  Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Review and approve Departmental Charge Authorizations (DCA’s), including end-user support.
• Assist with University wide inventory tracking, fixed asset accounting and reconciliation.
• Oversees and posts daily transmittals, deposits and journal entries as needed.
• Periodic uploads into Banner and review daily control reports.
• Participates in the annual financial statement audit including preparation of assigned footnotes.
• Serve as backup support to FinSecurity finance module access.
• Responsible for reviewing escheat population and preparation of the Unclaimed Property Holder Report to be submitted to individual States and reconcile the related general ledger account.
• Monthly general ledger account reconciliations.
• Other duties tasks as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
• One year of professional experience in different aspects of administration and business practices related to the finance field. 

NOTE: Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.

Five (5) years of professional experience in different aspects of administration and business practices; including design and implementation of policy and procedures, vendor service contracts and improving and updating management practices.

OR

Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.

NOTE: "Professional experience" refers to work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education or nonprofit industry.
• Knowledge of or prior experience with Ellucian Banner (ERP) and Cognos (reporting writer) is preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to complete projects timely and accurately.
• Ability to think and work independently.
• Strong communication skills.
• Work well individually and in a team.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office - emphasis on Excel.

SALARY &  BENEFITS:

• In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is CWA: Range 18 ($56,253 to $63,946), with placement within the range determined by candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors."
• For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouse and dependents).

   For more detailed information, please visit: https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/

NOTES:

• Only completed, online applications submitted on or before the deadline will be considered.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US, and the university will not sponsor an applicant for a work visa for this position. 

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted with your application by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Webs