Accounting Coordinator

Louisiana State University • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Accounting Coordinator supports the financial operations of the department by performing professional-level accounting functions. The incumbent is responsible for managing, tracking, and reporting the financial activities related to various funding sources including grants, foundation and state accounts. The incumbent ensures compliance with university policies, state regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). The incumbent monitors funding requirements and prepares financial reports to support academic units.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.
• Two years of experience with accounting or other financial experience.
• LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field.
• Experience with University or public sector accounting, familiarity with Workday, knowledge of grant accounting, fund accounting or restricted funds management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and reconcile financial transactions in Workday.
• Responsible for recording and tracking revenue and expenses.
• Process needed corrections via journal entries and/or payroll accounting adjustments as appropriate.
• Monitor departmental budgets and expenditures to ensure alignment with approval financial plans.
• Serve as a liaison between the department and University Accounting and Budget offices.
• Assist in developing financial reports, forecasts and analysis for departmental leadership.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Train or provide guidance to departmental staff on basic financial procedures and systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees