Accountant, Advancement

University of Nevada, Reno

The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking applications for an Accountant to join the Advancement Financial Team, supporting the University of Nevada, Reno Foundation's financial operations. This role performs professional accounting work spanning general ledger accounting, endowment and investment accounting, cash management, gift and pledge accounting, reconciliations, financial reporting, and audit support.

The Accountant exercises independent judgment in researching accounting issues, preparing analyses, and recommending solutions, while ensuring compliance with Foundation policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), applicable IRS requirements, and University and NSHE guidelines. This position works collaboratively with Advancement, University departments, donors, investment managers, banking partners, and external auditors to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This role is designed as the entry point into the Foundation's professional accounting career path, offering opportunities for progressive growth into Senior Accountant and leadership positions.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration and two (2) years of related work experience OR

Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration and one (1) year of related work experience

Related Experience: In accounting or related experience

Schedule and Travel Requirements

Variable work schedule

Occasional travel

Compensation Grade

Administrative Faculty B

Candidates will be hired at the level that is comparable to their experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of Working at UNR

• Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
• Generous annual and sick leave and life insurance Faculty Benefits
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
• Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
• Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
• No state income tax!

Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees

The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grants-in-Aid

Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program

Contact Information

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University of Nevada, Reno