Fixed Asset/Foundation Accountant

Fixed Asset/Foundation Accountant Position Number: 30027401 Position Status: Regular Hours per Week: 37.5; Schedule: 8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Mon – Fri; Months per Year: 12 The primary purpose of this position is to deliver a diverse range of professional accounting services to both NKU and the NKU Foundation. These services encompass transaction processing, meticulous financial account reconciliation, in‑depth account analysis and reporting, and fixed asset accounting. These critical functions cater to the needs of both internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, this position assumes backup responsibilities for specific duties within the University and Foundation during absences, ensuring seamless operational continuity. What You’ll Gain in This Role Practical experience with higher education and nonprofit accounting Hands‑on exposure to enterprise financial systems (SAP or similar) Experience supporting audits and financial reporting Strong foundation in reconciliation, internal controls, and compliance Opportunities to work closely with experienced accounting professionals Primary Responsibilities Prepare and record journal entries and assist with monthly account reconciliations Support tracking and recording of University equipment and capital assets, including coordinating inventory and tagging Help review purchasing and financial activity to ensure accurate accounting and policy compliance Assist with monthly reconciliations between financial systems and related databases, researching and resolving differences Respond to routine accounting questions from campus departments and help prepare standard reports Support annual inventory verification and maintain required records Review and analyze purchasing card transactions for proper coding and compliance, following up as needed Assist with month‑end and year‑end close activities, including audit preparation Work collaboratively with senior accountants to extract data and support internal and external reporting Provide general support to campus users in resolving basic account and transaction issues Perform other related duties that support the financial operations of the University Foundation Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills with attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis functions Ability to learn financial systems and work effectively in a collaborative environment Preferred (but not required) Internship, part‑time, or entry‑level experience in accounting, finance, or auditing Coursework or exposure to accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Workday or similar enterprise systems) #J-18808-Ljbffr Northern Kentucky University's