Director of Accounting and Reporting

Ivy Tech Community College•Indianapolis, IN

1d•$65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Under the direction of the Assistant Controller, the Director of Accounting and Reporting is responsible for preparing and entering transactions into the College’s accounting system, compiling data for the College’s tax submissions, supporting Systems Office and Campus Business Office staff, and preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders. The Director partners with the Assistant Controller and Executive Directors in the preparation of the audited financial statements and annual report. The Director of Accounting and Reporting develops and uses data to support internal controls, ensures compliance with accounting standards, and promotes consistent financial practices across the College. The Director of Accounting and Reporting must possess a strong attention to detail while maintaining a rigorous commitment to collaboration, process improvement, and support of the College’s mission.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field is required.
Two or more years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting is required.
Excellent communication, planning, problem-solving, organization, project management, and customer service are required.
Excellent documentation, attention to detail, and overall quality of work products are required.
The ability to analyze, interpret, and implement College policy and procedures is required.
The ability to work effectively with internal and external constituents is necessary.
Must consistently exercise independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
Must demonstrate ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees, and in which every individual feels respected and valued.

Nice To Haves

A CPA is preferred.

Responsibilities

Capital Projects and Assets Create capital project funding structures and budgets.
Run pending tag reports.
Register Systems Office capital assets.
Monitor capital project activity to ensure proper accounting treatment and compliance with College policies.
Lease Administration Input and maintain lease data in LeaseQuery.
Ensure lease entries comply with applicable accounting standards.
Tax Reporting and Compliance Review and consolidate information for annual 1042-S and 1099 tax reporting.
Prepare the annual Form 1098-C for reportable donations received by the College.
Consolidate data, prepare journal entries, and file monthly Food/Beverage and Sales tax payments.
Serve as a resource to campus and Systems Office staff regarding tax regulations and compliance requirements.
Routine Accounting and Reporting Allocate and post rebates by campus and grant.
Consolidate information for the $100,000 transaction report.
Monitor account balances through routine report analysis and transaction sampling.
Prepare and enter journal entries and other transactions into Workday.
Grant Reporting and Sponsored Programs Support Assist the Sponsored Programs and Grants Compliance team with monitoring related accounts and responding to reporting requests.
Ensure that financial and reporting activities comply with generally accepted accounting principles and grant requirements.
Quarterly Financial Statements Run source files in Workday for quarterly financial statement preparation.
Enter manual journals and reversals into Workday.
Document exceptions and variances for further analysis.
Year-End Closing and Financial Statements Compile responses from campus data calls and prepare year-end journal entries.
Enter year-end journals and reversals into Workday.
Run source files in Workday and/or Banner for annual financial statements.
Request campus management representation letters.
Review draft financial statements for accuracy, including grammar, spelling, and rounding.
Internal Controls and Policy Support Support the development and monitoring of internal controls for College accounting procedures.
Serve as a point of contact for Systems Office staff regarding accounting policies and procedures.
Recommend improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.
Audit Support Assist in preparing supporting documentation, schedules, and account analyses for the annual independent audit and other compliance audits.
Collaborate with the Assistant Controller and Executive Directors to ensure timely and accurate audit deliverables.
Process Improvement and Professional Development Participate in process improvement initiatives using Agile principles.
Contribute to team and campus development by actively participating in training sessions and work groups.

Benefits

Full-time, benefits-eligible position with no enrollment waiting period.
Exceptional benefit offerings, including: Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, long-term disability, and short-term disability.
Retirement Plan with 10% Employer contribution, no match necessary, with no waiting period.
Paid time off: vacation, sick time, holidays, winter break between December 25th and January 1st, and more.
Up to 47 paid days off per year.
Free Ivy Tech tuition for employees, spouses, and dependents.
For those pursuing higher degrees, Tuition Reimbursement at other institutions.
Opportunities for Professional Development.
Discounts for rental cars, hotels, and electronic and mobile devices.
Eligible employer under the DOL Public Service loan forgiveness program.
For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.