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Director of Accounting - Office of the Controller

Emory University

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world‑class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description JOB DESCRIPTION: Oversee all aspects of the financial statement external audit, including preparation and review of the financial statements and footnotes and appropriate audit documentation as well as the preparation of compliance audit footnotes, such as the A-133 Single Audit. Serves as Emory’s lead contact with our external auditors. Oversees all quarter and year-end financial reporting accounting adjustments Manages preparation of any technical accounting memos, including in response to new financial accounting standards. Oversees general ledger activity, including reviewing and approving requests and changes to general ledger chartfields. Manages the preparation and review of monthly fringe cost reporting and variance analysis, including reviewing monthly entries and account reconciliations. Is responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. Manages staff to ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner. Addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year‑end audit preparation, board materials preparation, and the support of budget and forecast activities. Interacts with Office of General Counsel, Emory Investment Management, the Controller, chief business officers in schools/units and senior management. Oversees accounting functions, including intercompany accounting, financial reporting, balance sheet management and income statement variance analytics. Ensures an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year end close. Ensures the timely reporting of all monthly financial information. Provides staff training, handles personnel issues, and works with each direct report to establish goals and objectives for each year; monitors professional development opportunities and participation. Collaborates with the Controller and Assistant Controller on special projects and process improvements. Responds to inquiries from the VP for Finance/CFO, Controller, and departments regarding financial results and special reporting requests. Ensures that the institution's financial records, under area of responsibility, are maintained in compliance with policies and US GAAP. Responsible for reviewing monthly/quarterly account reconciliations and other documents to ensure compliance. Is involved in validating/designing accounting system suggested changes to ensure accounting requirements continue to be met. Coordinates work related to both internal and external audits in the periodic review of the financial records. Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field and seven years of public, non‑profit or private industry accounting experience which includes management level experience. Master's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or CPA preferred. Experience analyzing financial performance and developing financial plans within a higher education or non‑profit environment is a plus. Excellent verbal, written, communication and leadership skills. NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io (V) | View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io (Voice) | View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emory University

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