Senior Accountant

Professional Accounting Work

Summary: This is professional accounting work of a complex nature.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform account analyses.
• Conduct comprehensive reconciliations and prepares the required journal entries.
• Prepare various internal and external financial reports and surveys.
• Adhere to month-end and year-end close-out timelines.
• Assist with the preparation of Annual Financial Statements.
• Assess processes and make recommendations to enhance operations efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist with drafting policies and procedures.
• Understand and utilize the Ellucian Banner Finance module to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness in the operations of the unit.
• Troubleshoot system issue.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):

• A bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
• Two (2) year professional level experience in accounting or related field.
• At least one (1) year of experience with computer based financial accounting and reporting systems and Microsoft Excel/Word skills.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of systems of internal control
• Strong analytical and organization skills
• Effective decision-making skills
• Strong sense of comprehension, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be available for periodic evening and weekend work
• Proficiency in accounting principles