Director of Accounting

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Chicago Press, established in 1890, is committed to disseminating high-quality scholarship and publishing works that advance education, public understanding, and cultural enrichment. The Director of Accounting will oversee all operating statement and balance sheet activities for the Books, Journals, and Chicago Distribution Center divisions. This role involves recording and posting monthly journal entries, managing tax obligations, banking activities, and balance sheet reconciliations. Reporting to the CFO, the Director will supervise two accountants and an accounts payable clerk, and collaborate with the Journals Division Financial Administrator.

Requirements

College or university degree in a related field.
7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Exceptional general computer spreadsheet and mathematical skills.
Work in detail with very large reports and spreadsheets.
Ability to become familiar with multiple computer systems and technologies.
Ability to work independently and over time to work with minimal supervision.
Excellent organizational skills.
Using a PC for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.
CPA.
Accounting experience.
Familiarity with Oracle.

Responsibilities

Oversee all monthly posted revenue and expense journal entries.
Approve requisitions and purchase orders.
Oversee monthly operating statement creation.
Oversee and review distribution center statement creation and distribution.
Manage Press Bank3 Northern Trust bank account.
Advise on posting external vendor monthly sales to CISPUB.
Manage oversight of sales tax filing and payment.
Ensure accuracy of accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable (A/P), and cash transactions, and their proper accounting and monthly reconciliation on internal systems and University ledgers.
Responsible for annual University audit workpaper efforts concerning balance sheet account reconciliations.
Manages professional staff, establishing performance goals, allocating resources, and assessing policies for direct subordinates.
Advises and monitors accounting policies and controls, fiscal controls, preparing financial reports and safeguarding assets.
Other tasks as assigned by the CFO.