Accountant Senior, FDM Business Operations

Arizona State University•Tempe, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Facilities Development and Management (FDM), Business Operations, seeks an Accountant Sr, reporting to and supporting the FDM Business Operations Tempe Campus Business Operations Manager Senior, to perform professional accounting of a specialized and complex nature requiring application of advanced professional, competent knowledge of accounting principles and practices. This position will be located centrally on the Tempe Campus but will support the FDM Business Operations accounting mission at all campus locations. Functions will include budgeting, accounting, assisting with strategic planning, documenting internal procedures, managing an Accounting Specialist staff member, and other duties as designated. Specifically, functions will include, but not limited to, supporting the Voyager fuel card program, the work order billing process and interface through Workday and TMA; purchasing card management, the FDM administration of the Verizon account; as well as budget projection and updates within the Workday financial management system.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.
This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check.
Employment is contingent upon successful passing of all background checks, including fingerprint checks.
Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

ASU employee experience is preferred
Managing multiple projects and tasks at one-time
Fund/government accounting
Preparing financial ad-hoc status reports
Accounts payable processing, including paperless payments.
Maintaining and reconciling accounting and financial records.
Utilizing an on-line financial system and budgeting system (i.e. Workday, etc.).
Working with and maintaining data input in a work order system (i.e.TMA)
Knowledge of: Generally accepted accounting principles and budgeting practices.
Governmental accounting.
MS applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
Customer service skills.
Evidence of: Effective communication skills
Documenting involved processes

Responsibilities

Provide specialized or general calculations and analysis support in various accounting functions; prepare specialized or highly complex reports, statements, analyses and interpretation utilizing advanced knowledge and proficiency in accounting practices, principles and interrelationships for both management and outside agencies.
Recommend alternatives to management when accounting data indicates trends or situations requiring action to be taken beyond scope of responsibilities.
Establish or revise procedures or operating policies of assigned function.
Participate in development and implementation of new or revised accounting systems.
Review accounting and reporting systems, procedures and completed assignments of other staff to ensure compliance with university or outside agency regulations.
Provide technical advice and services to lower level accountants or other university staff with problems, complex issues or special projects.
Review and control account and records to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with all pertinent procedures and regulations.
Prepare complex journal entries and records composite entries.
Adjust to changing needs of university operations or need to provide specialized or individualized reports.
Balance complex federal, local or state reports.
Research, analyze and uses independent judgment in a variety of daily and non-routine decisions affecting assigned function.
Research and evaluate new or changed accounting principles and practices.
Conduct training for campus users.
Tasked with automating or upgrading various processes, to stream-line and make more efficient, day-to-day functions and tasks.
Skill in the use of computer hardware and software a must.
Will spearhead establishing (and documenting) thorough processes and procedures where needed in addition to providing accounting coverage and oversight when needed.

Benefits

Flexible work schedules
22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Paid time for volunteer and professional development
Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
Disability and leave program for income protection
Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships