Accountant

University of Oregon Foundation•Eugene, OR

4d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Accountant is responsible for performing a wide range of accounting functions that support the accuracy, integrity, and timely reporting of the Foundation’s financial information. This position serves a critical link between transactional accounting operations and advanced technical accounting functions. This position manages recurring accounting processes, reconciliations, payroll accounting, trust accounting, reporting, and compliance activities while serving as a key resource for internal customers. The Accountant collaborates with Senior Accountants, Accounting Associates, and campus partners to ensure accurate financial records, timely transaction processing, and responsive customer service. The role also supports audits, tax, special projects, system improvements, and organizational initiatives.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls
Ability to analyze financial data, research discrepancies, and resolve accounting issues with accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs
Effective written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset and the ability to build productive relationships with stakeholders
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems, including financial reporting and data analysis tools
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgement

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Three to five years of progressively responsible accounting experience
Experience with nonprofit, higher education, foundation, endowment, or fund accounting environments
Experience processing payroll, preparing payroll-related journal entries, and performing payroll reconciliations
Experience supporting annual audits, tax return preparation, and financial statement preparation
Experience with ERP systems, accounting software implementations, or system conversions
Familiarity with donor-restricted funds, grant accounting, trust accounting, or endowment accounting

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Perform bank reconciliations and investigate reconciling items
Prepare and post recurring journal entries
Research and resolve accounting discrepancies
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
Process gift revenue transactions and donor restriction activity
Review and record gifts in accordance with organizational policies and donor intent
Support fund accounting and restricted fund management
Assist with reconciliation of gift revenue and related accounts
Respond to questions regarding gifts, fund balances, and account activity
Process semi-monthly payroll
Process payroll-related accounting transactions and journal entries
Reconcile payroll accounts, benefit-related activity and benefit invoices and related liabilities
Assist with state payroll compliance and reporting requirements
Support payroll audits and year-end payroll reporting activities
Manage trust accounting activities and periodic trust reconciliations
Monitor trust transactions and ensure accurate accounting treatment
Prepare reports and schedules related to trust activity
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders regarding trust accounts
Prepare recurring financial reports for campus partners and internal stakeholders
Support customer reporting needs, including Athletics, Knight Campus, and other Foundation partners
Assist with ad hoc financial analysis and reporting requests
Respond to inquiries from departments, donors, and other stakeholders regarding financial activity
Assist with preparation of survey and compliance reporting requirements
Support IPEDS and other institutional reporting requests
Gather and validate data used for external reporting
Maintain supporting documentation for reporting requirements
Prepare assigned schedules and documentation for annual audit & tax activities
Assist with interim and annual audit requests
Follow established internal controls and identify opportunities for improvement
Participate in accounting system enhancements and process improvement initiatives
Document accounting procedures and workflows
Support special projects and organizational initiatives
Crosstrain with other accounting staff to ensure operational continuity
Participate in projects
Participate in on-going training, education, and staff meetings
Other duties as assigned