Accountant II

University of Denver•Quinte West, ON

1d•$70,000 - $71,500•Hybrid

About The Position

The Controller’s Office manages the overall accounting and treasury operations of the University in accordance with Federal, State, and University policy and procedures. This includes managing internal controls to mitigate risk; ensuring that the official accounting records of the University are current and accurate; safeguarding the assets of the University to minimize risk of financial loss; and developing and maintaining robust costing systems and reporting tools to provide high-quality financial information that supports schools, colleges, departments and the University’s strategic management initiatives. Position Summary The staff Accountant II supports Campus Receivables by maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and student account activity through reconciliations, reporting, audits, financial analysis, and process improvement. Other duties include but are not limited to sales tax monitoring, reconciliation and remittance, agency monitoring and billing and bank reconciliations.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills to engage other University business staff.
Ability to complete tasks and assignments with minimal supervision.
Strong accounting, reconciliation, analytical, and critical thinking skills, attention to detail, ability to reconcile general ledger accounts, demonstrate critical thinking, and general business and computer skills.
Knowledge and ability to use applicable information technology and systems to meet work needs.
Monitor and collect data to assess accuracy and integrity of records; analyze data; ensure compliance with applicable standards, rules, regulations, and systems of internal control; interpret and evaluate results, prepare documentation; create financial reports and/or presentations.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to build collaborative working relationships.
Ability to think strategically, identify potential improvements, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to use Microsoft Access, financial systems, and reporting tools.
Listen and respond appropriately to others.
Ability to establish effective working relationships that foster organizational success.
Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
2-4 years of related accounting experience, including at least two years of reconciliation experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
Microsoft Access and Excel experience.
Three years of reconciliation experience.

Responsibilities

Reconcile key financial, financial aid, general ledger, and external system accounts weekly/monthly to ensure accuracy, control, and compliance with policies and procedures.
Research and resolve reconciliation, off-plan, revenue, expense, payment, and system issues; implement corrective actions as needed.
Prepare financial reports, journal entries, invoices, account analyses, and audit support documentation.
Perform weekly cashiering audits and biannual university-wide petty cash audits.
Support year-end audit requests.
Monitor University compliance with state and local government sales tax procedures, including calculating and remitting payment as required.
Monitor all agency relationships established between the University and external entities including billing and collections.
Maintain knowledge of university financial system interfaces and recommend process improvements to strengthen accuracy and controls.
Collaborate with campus partners and train colleagues on accounting procedures to support consistent practices.