FranU - Accountant II

FMOLHS•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant II provides financial information to management by researching and analyzing Accounting data and prepares Financial Reports. The Accountant II will work closely with internal and external partners and use a high degree of diplomacy and discretion to interact in a positive and polished manner with diverse constituents including campus colleagues, administrators, community members, and accreditation agencies.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years of Accounting experience, preferably in a higher education or non-profit environment
Knowledge of GAAP and higher-education financial practices
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, required
Proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced academic environment
Attention to detail and high-level accuracy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Actively engages the Catholic and Franciscan mission and identity of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University by modeling the Franciscan values, honoring the legacy of the founding congregation, promoting justice for the communities we serve, and integrating the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions in programs, courses and services
Ensure all financial transactions align with institutional values and goals
Prepares assigned journal entries accurately and timely
Ensures accuracy of complex interfaces
Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information
Reconciles balances of assigned asset and liability accounts
Summarizes financial status by collecting information, preparing financial statements and other reports, and ensures deadlines are met monthly, quarterly and at year end close
Prepares variance analysis (to budget and prior periods) and assists in the year-end Pro-forma projections
Maintains financial security by following internal controls
Monitors the accuracy of manual payroll transactions for adjunct contracts, interim payments, and tuition reimbursements paid by the University
Performs periodic audits within the Bursar’s function and with retail sales of the University
Oversee complex reconciliations involving Grants and Endowments
Reconciles Trust Statement activity and allocates activity across funds
Identifies and analyzes significant fluctuations in asset and liability account balances to ensure accuracy of financial records
Monitors variance reporting within Strata and ensures that Department Heads are reviewing monthly Expense Reports and stay compliant with variance explanations
Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options
Prepare reports on demand, as needed, for accreditation renewals
Supports the functions of the Bursar’s Office, as needed
Prepares Annual Audit Schedules for external auditors timely and accurately
Assists with all External Surveys
Performs additional responsibilities, as needed, to support University operations
Remains flexible and responsive to evolving institutional needs