Senior Accountant

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology•Terre Haute, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology seeks a detail-oriented and collaborative Senior Accountant to join the Financial Affairs Department. This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial and operational information to support regulatory filings, external reporting requirements, and institutional decision-making. The Senior Accountant researches applicable accounting and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional standards, while monitoring deadlines and reporting obligations to support timely and accurate submissions. The Senior Accountant oversees the preparation of assigned sections of the Institute’s annual financial statements and related footnotes, ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant reporting standards. This role coordinates audit-related activities, including the preparation of supporting documentation and responses to inquiries from internal and external auditors. In addition, the position prepares a variety of recurring and ad hoc financial reports and assists with the design, implementation, and execution of internal control and audit functions to promote the accuracy and integrity of financial data. Working closely with campus stakeholders, the Senior Accountant supports the development and administration of the Institute’s annual operating and capital budgets. Responsibilities include maintaining budget records, processing adjustments and updates, configuring and supporting budgeting and financial reporting systems, and providing financial information and guidance to budget managers across campus. The position serves as a resource for financial reporting and budget-related questions, helping departments effectively manage resources and make informed financial decisions. This position also performs general accounting functions, including reconciling assigned general ledger accounts, preparing and posting adjusting journal entries, and analyzing revenue and expense activity. The Senior Accountant monitors financial transactions for accuracy and completeness, identifies trends or discrepancies, and recommends corrective actions when necessary.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
Five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial management.
Strong analytical skills.
Attention to detail.
Sound judgment.
Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to a variety of audiences.
Advanced proficiency with accounting systems, databases, and spreadsheet applications.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures, governmental regulations, financial statements, and legal documents.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present financial reports, business correspondence, policies, procedures, and other documentation.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills and the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
Ability to interact with various levels of personnel.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
Eight years of significant experience in accounting and financial management.
Experience working in a private college or university setting.
Knowledge of Ellucian Banner.

Responsibilities

Preparing and analyzing financial and operational information to support regulatory filings, external reporting requirements, and institutional decision-making.
Researching applicable accounting and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional standards.
Monitoring deadlines and reporting obligations to support timely and accurate submissions.
Overseeing the preparation of assigned sections of the Institute’s annual financial statements and related footnotes, ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant reporting standards.
Coordinating audit-related activities, including the preparation of supporting documentation and responses to inquiries from internal and external auditors.
Preparing a variety of recurring and ad hoc financial reports.
Assisting with the design, implementation, and execution of internal control and audit functions to promote the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
Supporting the development and administration of the Institute’s annual operating and capital budgets.
Maintaining budget records, processing adjustments and updates.
Configuring and supporting budgeting and financial reporting systems.
Providing financial information and guidance to budget managers across campus.
Serving as a resource for financial reporting and budget-related questions.
Reconciling assigned general ledger accounts.
Preparing and posting adjusting journal entries.
Analyzing revenue and expense activity.
Monitoring financial transactions for accuracy and completeness.
Identifying trends or discrepancies and recommending corrective actions.

Benefits

Variety of health benefit options
Voluntary benefits such as Group Accident and/or Group Critical Illness Insurance
Pet Insurance
Caregiver Resources
Participation in Tuition Exchange
Generous and flexible paid leave program
Dedicated time for professional development
Access to full-service fitness facilities and programming
Access to a performing arts center featuring national touring acts and campus productions
Access to state-of-the-art labs, facilities, and equipment
Opportunities to have an impact on student lives
Part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary project collaboration that can have a global impact
Continual encouragement and support of philanthropic and volunteer opportunities