Senior Staff Accountant

Miami University Alumni Association•Oxford, AL

19h•$70,000 - $83,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides accounting services as a member of General Accounting Job Description DESCRIPTION: Provides accounting services as a part of General Accounting related, but not limited to, accounts receivable, auxiliaries, leases, and workshops. Prepares journal entries and various financial reports for the University. Actively involved in the monthly and year-end close of the general ledger and corresponding audit. Prepares accurate and timely general ledger account reconciliations each month.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience as an accountant outside of public accounting or two or more years of experience in public accounting.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/ or general business.
Requires a strong proficiency with PC-based software including an advanced proficiency with Excel and experience with other analytical tools.
Excellent communication (verbal and written), analytical, time management, and organizational skills are required.
Knowledge of GAAP and the accrual basis of accounting are required.
Requires the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Experience with ERP software is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business with an Accounting major is strongly preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Master's degree in a business field (MBA, MTax, or MAcc)
Experience with fund accounting in a university or similar environment
Experience with Workday and Google applications preferred.
Working knowledge of GASB and FASB pronouncements preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform monthly and year-end close of the general ledger.
Create, record, and approve various journal entries.
Work closely with representatives from Shared Services and Auxiliaries to maintain financial records.
Responsible for the Workday set up related to various business units.
Prepare year-end audit workpapers and financial statements for the University.
Responsible for accounting related to assigned GASB pronouncements or other accounting guidance.
Responsible for monthly reconciliations, including, but not limited to, accounts receivable, auxiliaries, leases, and workshops.
Monitor and respond to various stakeholders using the General Accounting mailbox.
Monitor completion of the NCAA audit workpapers.
Responsible for completion of state regulatory reporting.
Escrow accounting.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Financial Reporting & Compliance or the Chief Accounting Officer.