Accountant II

Tulane University • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

Prepares, sends, and manages monthly and annual invoices for Department’s significant portfolio of third-party contracts. Maintains master summary, files, and documentation of all outside contracts. Creates revenue summary reports by faculty and by contract on a regular and on-demand basis. Assist with Medical Legal accounts including reconciliations and collections. Assists with annual budget, monthly and year-end fiscal close.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business, finance, or closely related field
• Two years of professional experience in accounting, to include working as part of a collaborative financial team using Excel, Microsoft Word, and Intuit QuickBooks.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of professional accounting experience
• Working knowledge of Federal and State regulations pertaining to contracting

Responsibilities

• Excel proficiency (minimum Intermediate Level) in utilizing advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and complex formulas to analyze financial data, generate reports, and facilitate decision-making processes
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
• Solid experience in budget preparation and financial administration
• Ability to anticipate and meet established deadlines
• Excellent verbal, written and professional communication skills are essential
• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential
• Ability to multi-task, and prioritize work assignments
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed
• Ability to work both independently and with employees across all levels of the organization
• Manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard and visual acuity to read computer monitor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level