Accountant - Law Foundation

Performs professional accounting work involving the recording, analysis and reporting of financial data in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and federal, state, university, and NACUBO guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assembles data from books of original entry and central control records.
• Prepares monthly account reconciliations, biweekly cash transfers, and other financial statements and reports pertaining to departmental or university activities.
• Audits and processes purchase, cash receipt, and disbursement documents in accordance with disbursing rules and regulations.
• Monitors status and use of short-term operational cash advances and advises management of status.
• May maintain student billing system accounting function and create and correct transcode errors.
• Reviews financial reports and clears "suspended transactions."
• Reviews central accounts and fund groups for propriety of entries and investigates overdrafts.
• May prepare or assist in the preparation of year-end government reports and annual financial reports.
• Performs professional accounting activities in support of the Law Foundation's financial operations.
• Processes accounts payable transactions, vendor setup, payments, deposits, and cash management activities.
• Prepares and maintains financial records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation, including bank and general ledger reconciliations.
• Monitors and reconciles restricted, unrestricted, endowed, and donor-designated funds.
• Assists with financial reporting, budget activity reports, audit preparation, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Reviews financial transactions for accuracy, compliance, and adherence to donor intent, policies, and accounting standards.
• Provides financial information and customer service support to Foundation leadership, University departments, donors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Maintains accounting records and internal controls in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives and special projects to enhance operational efficiency.
• Performs other job-related duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial procedures.
• Ability to analyze financial information and maintain accurate records.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet established deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Experience using financial or enterprise accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional accounting experience in a nonprofit, foundation, higher education, governmental, or healthcare environment.
• Experience with fund accounting and donor-restricted funds.
• Experience with accounts payable, cash management, and banking reconciliations.
• Experience supporting annual audits and preparing audit schedules.
• Experience with Form 990, Form 1099, or other nonprofit financial reporting requirements.
• Experience preparing financial reports for management and governing boards.
• Experience with endowment accounting and investment reconciliations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP, and financial analysis functions.
• Experience will be considered in lieu of education.