Accountant - ASUW

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JOB TITLE:   

Accountant - ASUW

JOB PURPOSE: 
Perform high-level accounting duties for areas within the Division of Student Affairs.  Responsible for working with a team of support staff to ensure all financial and human resource functions are appropriate, consistent and in line with current policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform high-level accounting duties within the division. Assist with the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of policies and procedures for designated areas. 
• Analyze financial information and provide results and recommendations. 
• Serve as resource to University departments and outside agencies; determine project/program compliance and accounting of financial transactions; identify and resolve data input and reporting errors; provide information, interpretation and assistance to auditors and other outside agencies. 
• Authorize or reject expenditures in accordance with applicable statutes, policies and budgetary limitations; research complex data, analyze situation and recommend alternative solutions. 
• Review and maintain accounting status of special accounts or financial reports. 

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain filing system for records; review and analyze financial data relative to University. 
• Attend meetings and coordinate activities with other departments.
• As directed by supervisor, oversee financial operation.

COMPETENCIES:

• Integrity
• Attention to Detail
• Judgment
• Consistency 
• Analysis/Problem Identification
• Individual Leadership

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

Education:  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or MIS/Accounting or Finance

Experience:  1 year work-related experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with University accounting procedures involving procurement, travel, and/or employment. 
• Demonstrated knowledge of budget and expenditure analysis.
• Ability to work as a team member and foster a cooperative work environment. 

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

Complete the online application.  The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application: 

• Cover letter 
• Resume or C.V. 
• Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position). 

Due to a current system limitation, you may only be prompted to upload your resume/CV an