Staff Accountant III

About the role

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to accomplish each of the below duties satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and enter recurring/non-recurring journal entries as directed by management.
• Preparation of various reconciliations, including cash, restricted fund reconciliations and other reconciliations as directed by management.
• Monitor contributions received, in either the Finance or the University Advancement office, and communicate/coordinate with relevant individuals for appropriate classification and accurate GL coding of deposits of funds to ensure accuracy of data related to restricted funds as directed by management.
• Review fund balances monthly/quarterly to ensure appropriate use of funds and timely release from restriction via journal entries as directed by management.
• Utilize AP systems/interface with accounts payable to assist in the review of restricted fund usage when processing payments.
• Assist with preparing periodic financial reports/donor reports related to donated funds and respective usage.
• Support accurate reporting and compliance with respect to certain public or private grants awarded to the University for specific purposes as directed by management.
• Prepare accurate information and schedules regarding restricted funds, contribution revenue and related expenses for annual audit process as directed by management.
• Assist management with compiling and preparing donor and donation information for reporting on Federal 990 Tax return.
• Assist management with maintaining strong internal controls to minimize the risk of financial fraud and errors. This includes the evaluation of internal systems and making recommendations for improvements.
• Assist Accounting Manager and Controller with various audit requests as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5+ years supporting staff experience in accounting, preferably within a higher education, non-profit, or complex organizational setting.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field (required).

Pay

$70,000 - $80,000 per year