Senior Accountant - Emory College of Arts and Sciences

Emory•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and one year of professional accounting experience OR equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
Detail-oriented and results-driven Senior Accountant with experience managing complex accounting activities, preparing accurate financial statements, and ensuring compliance with internal controls.
Highly skilled in account reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and month-end and year-end close processes.
Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies, improve processes, and support policy requirements.
Seeking to contribute strong technical expertise and analytical insight to maintain financial integrity and operational excellence.
Residency in the state of GA.

Responsibilities

Performs routine and complex accounting activities requiring knowledge of systems, independent judgment and ability to respond accordingly.
Oversees activity on various accounts.
Analyzes past and current data and prepares expense projections and operational forecasts.
Assists with audits.
Designs and generates routine ad hoc reports and graphs.
May maintain grants and assist with budgets.
Coordinates computer operations.
Conceptualizes projects and follows through.
May provide direction to less experienced staff concerning accounting issues.
Performs related responsibilities as required.