Accountant

University of Northern Colorado•Greeley, CO

7d•$60,000 - $63,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position uses good judgement to independently perform general accounting related duties. Monitor accounting transactions at the fund level to assure accuracy of information as it relates to the overall activity of the University. In addition, the position is responsible for making journal entries, correction entries and assisting in the preparation of financial statements, schedules, and exhibits. This position will be responsible for managing various financial services areas, which may include auxiliary services, tax, capital assets, bonds, capital projects, and utility processing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
Minimum of 1 year of accounting experience which demonstrates the skills and abilities required of the position.
Intermediate to Advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to perform financial analysis using large data sets.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time.
Detail oriented.
Self-starter.
Highly reliable and trustworthy.
Valid U.S. work authorization at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

Experience in higher education or fund accounting.

Responsibilities

Independently perform general accounting related duties.
Investigate account coding/financial inconsistencies to determine necessary modifications and make corrections in accordance with GAAP, governmental accounting standards, state regulations, and grant regulations.
Review accounting records, diagnostics, and on-line detail to verify accuracy and compliance within the Banner Financial System.
Investigate problems, interview accounting system users to identify sources of errors in accounting transactions, and recommend possible changes in user training to correct source errors.
Correct conflicting data within funds in Banner as necessary and in accordance with GAAP, state fiscal rules, and regulations established by higher management and funding agency guidelines.
Ensure existing accounting processes assure the integrity of fiscal data and recommend new processes or procedures as necessary.
Review daily and monthly diagnostics, investigate and correct problems by revising the process and/or posting a journal entry.
Assist and act as backup for other Accountant positions.
Provide assistance and training to various staff across the University on accounting related policies/procedures.
Prepare portions of financial statements and related schedules and exhibits at year end to comply with state and auditor reporting requirements.
Compile information by collecting, identifying, analyzing, and reconciling financial data using Insight, Excel, Banner, and CORE reports.
Identify, research, and analyze any discrepancies, prepare documentation, and journalize entries in Banner.
Handle miscellaneous items assigned by Controller.
Undertake additional projects that require patterned complexity to benefit the department and the University by creating a more strategic approach to improving processes, compliance, and management of various financial service areas.
Assist individuals and train departments in the use of Banner and Insight system reports.
Work with General Accounting and campus to design reports that utilize financial data to improve efficiencies, workflow, and management information.
Work on special projects/system/report conversions as assigned by supervisor.
Aid in the implementation of new software and upgrades to current systems.

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Selection of several defined contribution retirement plans
Sick leave
Other leave options may be available based on position
Tuition waiver benefits for full-time employees
Undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50% for dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above (covers in-state tuition charges).