Senior Accountant

Department F&A Manager of Accounting About the Department Accounting Services is a function of Financial Services, which provides critical accounting and finance support to the University. Faculty, staff and the various contracting parties of the University are considered customers of Accounting Services. Under that concept, Accounting Services seeks to provide the highest level of customer service. Job Summary Under general direction, performs a variety of senior level accounting activities, which require advanced professional competency of accounting theories and principles at the senior non-management level. Examines, analyzes, and interprets complex accounting records for the purpose of ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Prepares income and balance sheet statements, consolidated statements, and various other specialized accounting statements and reports. Advises others on accounting systems or other financial and budgetary data. May recommend methods for improved operations to management. May provide functional advice or training to other team members. Responsibilities Performs all related accounting functions required to maintain the general ledger in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and University’s policies and procedures. Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts. Monthly analysis of income statement activity. Prepares various financial statements. Prepares year-end workpapers for auditors. Participates in the implementation of new accounting standards applicable to the University. These activities may include analysis and interpretation of new standards, documentation of applicability and accounting impact to consolidated financial statements as well as drafting any required disclosures. Oversees the general accounting general inquiry ticketing system. Trains and leads accounting staff. Provides accounting support to campus units. Supports the annual tax reporting process. These activities may include preparing various supporting schedules. Participates in the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the ERP system including serving as the Chart of Accounts liaison. Uses in-depth knowledge and experience to perform a variety of complex operating or cost accounting activities, incorporating accounting theories and principles. Guides others and acts as a resource on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. --- Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline. --- Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in accounting. MBA. Experience: Experience with the implementation of a new ERP system. Experience training or supervising team members. Public accounting experience. Certifications: CPA. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint). Preferred Competencies Communicate accounting and financial information clearly and concisely. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail, strong analytical and problem solving skills. Think strategically and translate into operational objectives. Independently develop and analyze alternative solutions and make recommendations. Establish and maintain relationships at all organizational levels. Flexible and able to work effectively and gracefully under considerable time pressure on high visibility, high stakes projects. Intellectual versatility and creativity. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (preferred) References Contact Information (3)(preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Financial Management Role Impact Individual Contributor FLSA Status Exempt Pay Frequency Monthly Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Benefits Eligible Yes Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Posting Statement Employees must comply with the University’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward. 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