Senior Accountant, General Ledger & Endowments

About the role

The Senior Accounting Analyst reports to the Comptroller (or Asst Controller) and serves as a key accounting resource and liaison to the Office of Advancement. This role is well-suited for a CPA candidate seeking continued growth in nonprofit and higher education accounting.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced accounting and analysis for gifts, pledges, endowments.
• Analyze donor agreements and gift documentation to determine appropriate accounting treatment and restriction classification.
• Create accounts for new Endowments and monitor any modifications or amendments to existing Endowments to ensure proper accounting treatment.
• Aid the Accounting leadership team with daily, quarterly, and fiscal year-end operations of the Accounting Office, focusing on balance sheet support and reconciliation.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, and internal controls related to gift accounting.
• Identify process improvements and support system enhancements related to gift and Advancement financial data.
• Prepare workpapers for quarterly financial statements and assist with providing auditors with required documentation.
• Maintain and reconcile pledge receivables, including discounting, allowances, and aging analysis.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Advancement staff on accounting-related questions, gift structures, and financial reporting and audit needs.
• Serve as a resource regarding unique gift vehicles such as charitable remainder trusts, charitable gift annuities, and insurance.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
• Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including Title IX and Information Security, including FERPA and other state and federal mandates.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA candidate preferred.
• Comprehensive computer experience with advanced Microsoft Excel skills and familiarity working with large data sets.
• Three years of relevant experience in a higher education institution required.

Qualifications

• Communicate effectively to all groups through both oral and written channels.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail is essential.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and standard methods of digital communication.
• Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy, and discretion in dealing with faculty, staff, students, high-level university officials, and the public.
• Exercise independent judgment in complex and new situations.
• Manage multiple, concurrent projects, and meet strict deadlines.
• Adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to work in a changing environment.
• Accuracy, honesty, integrity, and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University.