Job Overview:
The Staff Accountant is responsible for analyzing financial information and performing a variety of accounting duties associated with the timely and accurate preparation and reporting of financial data, in accordance with applicable accounting, industry, regulatory and institutional principles and policies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or related field with 1-3 years accounting experience in a non-profit (preferably college or university) setting.
MBA/CPA preferred. Experience with Microsoft Office365 applications (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Planner), Banner ERP, and Hyperion, OBIEE are preferred.
Must demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong communication skills are needed to interact successfully with faculty and students.
Position requires the following skills and abilities:
Knowledge of GAAP
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Experience using Hyperion, Banner ERP, OBIEE
Knowledge of Office365: Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access, SharePoint, Outlook
Knowledge of SQL and Oracle databases
Essential Functions:
The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:
Ensure routine journal entries are prepared in accordance with monthly and year-end closing calendars. Utilize accounting knowledge, judgment and reconciliation tools to identify transactions requiring non-routine journal entries. Ensure workpapers and supporting documentation supporting entries is accurate and follows departmental standards. Updates status of tasks in designated Office365 or SharePoint, as required.
Monitors and completes entries from the University community using the Journal Entry Workflow tool within 3 business days of receipt of approved entry.
Completes assigned bank reconciliations monthly by deadlines and ensures workpapers and supporting documentation and in accordance with departmental standards.
Prepares assigned account analyses of balances sheet accounts by assigned deadlines. Makes recommendation for adjusting entries and appropriately escalates issues of significance to manager in a timely fashion.
Provides documentation and analyses as needed to internal and external auditors by requested deadlines. Utilizes PwC Connect tool to provide all supporting documentation by requested deadlines.
Responsible for accounting related to Plant Funds, Endowment Funds, and Gifts as directed by manager.
Completes routine review for capital assets and completes required documentation for capitalization in the Banner fixed assets system.
Assists with the monthly capitalization of plant fund projects and ensure timely recording of capitalization in the general ledger.
Researches and responds timely to inquiries from university business managers. Provides necessary information and acts as a liaison with other administrative departments to ensure accurate recording of all transactions into the general and operating ledgers.
Assists as required, with tasks associated with completing government censuses, surveys, and tax returns.
Assists with accounting related to subsidiaries as assigned by management.
Recommends ways to improve current procedures and/or processes.
Documents existing processes and makes appropriate recommendations for process improvements.
Completes other duties as assigned by management
Supplemental Posting Information:
Equipment Used: Personal computer and related equipment and software (databases, spreadsheets, word processing applications, dual monitors, keyboard, etc.); standard office equipment, including but not limited to: telephone, printer; copier; FAX; scanner; typewriter; desk; files; storage cabinets; calculator.
Environmental Conditions: Regular Business office setting; overhead and indirect lighting. Occasion travel to other campuses of locations is required; fluctuating internal climate control (levels of heating, cooling and general air handling may vary); frequent emails and workflow interruptions; numerous incoming calls.
Physical Requirements: Position requires sitting for extended periods; occasion movement between campuses; prolonged exposure to computer monitors; frequent direct interaction with students, faculty, administrators, staff, etc., demanding intensive concentration and excellent listening skills; must prioritize well and focus on completion of tasks and objectives while under stress of demanding work schedule; must operate various input/output devices including keyboard and computer "mouse"; maintains a positive and objective approach and attitude.
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To apply for this position, please apply online at:
https://www.drexeljobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1502073732531
or visit www.drexeljobs.com and search for Staff. The requisition number is 8295
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