Senior Accountant

Posting Details

Posting Details


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Institution
Black Hills State University


Working Title
Senior Accountant


Posting Number
CSA02782P


Department
BHSU-Administrative Services


Physical Location of Position (City)
Spearfish


Posting Text


Black Hills State University seeks applicants to fill an Senior Accountant position.

DUTIES:

Acts as a paraprofessional to accounting and fiscal professionals by performing assigned accounting practices to assist with fundamental accounting and routine fiscal procedures. This position will assist bank reconciliations, general ledger entries, department billing along with other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), practices, and standards, analyze and interpret financial data and information and reach conclusions, establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and representatives of other agencies or departments.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in accounting is required OR three or more years of accounting experience.

PREFERRED:

• Higher education accounting and Banner accounting experience is preferred.

COMMENTS:
Sponsorship is not available for this position.

TO APPLY:

Applications must be made online at . Candidates will need to attach a cover letter, resume and the names/contact information of at least three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date August 6, 2026 at 11pm mountain time. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Questions specific to the position may directed towards Rob Houdek at View email address on click.appcast.io .

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.

Posting Date
07/31/2026


Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


First Consideration Date
08/06/2026


Advertised Salary
$28.54/hr


Duration of the Term
12 months


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Appointment Percent
100


Work Hours


8:00am-5:00pm M-F

Typical Hours Worked Per Week

Appointment Type
Regular


Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)


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This position requires
No Requirement


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Department Description and Cultural Expectations


Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state's second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination.

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