Part-Time Accountant II

The Accountant II will assist with the accounting and financial administration of Rice’s Gulf Coast Consortia (GCC) programs, grants and projects to meet business objectives. Under general supervision, Accountant II performs accounting functions (expenditure reconciliations, reporting, monitoring accounts, etc.) using basic accounting principles and theories. Performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements. Analyzes general accounting transactions and information to summarize current financial position at the unit or organization-wide level. Collects data and performs research on details of transactions. Generates, reviews, analyzes and communicates financial data that reflects actual financial performance against approved budgets. Prepares and presents quantitative and qualitative analyses focusing on variances from budget and prior data. Maintains and reviews accounting process controls; recommends and implements any approved modifications; performs preliminary analysis and recommends solutions. Produces and analyzes moderately complex financial reports, often from multiple systems; prepares basic management information reports. May act as a lead and provide direction and training to less experienced accounting staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor's Degree In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year for year basis may be substituted Two or more (2+) years of related experience In lieu of the experience requirement, additional related education, above and beyond what is required, on an equivalent year-for-year basis may be substituted Advanced Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and database software Demonstrated knowledge of accounting and accounting principles Advanced knowledge of accounting systems Core Competencies Demonstrates advanced knowledge of accounting principles and systems, with a strong ability to analyze financial data and prepare comprehensive reports. Capable of leading and training less experienced staff while ensuring compliance with accounting processes and controls. Highest-signal resume keywords Bachelor's Degree Accounting Principles Financial Reporting Accounting Systems Data Analysis ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Expenditure Reconciliation Ledger Maintenance Financial Statement Preparation Quantitative Analysis Variance Analysis Soft Skills Communication Leadership Training Industry Keywords Financial Administration Gulf Coast Consortia Budget Monitoring Accounting Process Controls Tools & Technologies Spreadsheet Software Database Software Word Processing Software #J-18808-Ljbffr