Accountant III

University of Central Oklahoma•Edmond, OK

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant III is a regular, full-time, salaried, exempt, benefit-eligible staff position based in the office at the University of Central Oklahoma’s main campus in Edmond, Oklahoma. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The position prepares standard and specialized financial reports in accordance with GAAP or other regulatory requirements, compiles and analyzes financial information, records and documents transactions, and helps establish and maintain accounting and control procedures. It also reviews budgets and expenditures for funding, contracts, and grants. The role supports the accuracy and integrity of university funds and provides financial information and assistance to university management. It performs general accounting work, including reconciliations, reporting, analysis, and process implementation; responds to accounting questions and discrepancies; and provides customer service to university and external constituencies. Additional work includes monthly analysis of inter-fund transfers, support for annual internal and external audits, and preparation and analysis of schedules for specified financial and insurance reports.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a job-related field, or at least four years of work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices and principles, governmental accounting practices and procedures, and fund accounting.
Knowledge of computer applications related to the work and standard office practices and procedures.
Knowledge of reconciling accounts, records, reports, and journals.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, along with proficiency in word-processing, accounting, and spreadsheet applications.
Strong communication skills, especially the ability to work effectively with non-finance professionals.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
Ability to work independently in accounting and financial activities.
Ability to review, understand, and verify the accuracy of financial information.
Ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet critical deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
Auditing experience.
Knowledge of system integration.
Experience handling large datasets.
Strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
Work experience providing insight into fundamental theories, principles, and concepts, and applying specialized expertise to achieve desired outcomes.

Responsibilities

Maintain the accuracy and integrity of university funds.
Assist and support university management regarding the university’s financial position and results of operations.
Perform general accounting functions, including reconciliations, reporting, analysis, and implementation of new processes.
Provide information to faculty, staff, students, and external individuals or organizations; explain accounting transactions; and resolve accounting issues and discrepancies.
Provide quality customer service.
Analyze inter-fund transfers monthly, report issues, and rectify them.
Participate in preparing schedules and work papers for annual internal and external audits.
Participate in developing detailed internal and external audit plans and programs.
Analyze accounts and prepare supporting schedules for NCAA, SRA6, and FISAP financial reports and business interruption insurance reports.
Reconcile funds, including accounts receivable and fee waivers.
Perform other duties within the scope of the position that contribute to organizational goals.