Financial Specialist

Position Title Sr. Financial Specialist-General Accounting 00104 Position Summary Responsible for processing accounting transactions into the Commonwealth Accounting and Reporting Systems (Cardinal) and the University’s accounting system (SCT Banner) and reconciling revenue in both systems. Responsible for electronic transfer of revenue between all local fund and the state bank accounts. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures Knowledge in computerized accounting systems interpreting accounting reports and performing data entry Good oral and written communication skills Proficiency in use of office equipment (calculator, personal computer, copy machine, etc.) Ability to accurately perform detailed financial calculations and analysis Ability to maintain complex financial ledgers in conformity with established procedures and regulations Ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate its outcome to others verbally and in narrative form Education High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma Experience Experience researching, analyzing, and recording general ledger transactions in an automated accounting system Experience reconciling financial reports with financial records, researching variances, and making correcting entries Experience with word-processing and spreadsheet applications Accounting reconciliation experience Additional Considerations Some accounting courses at a business school or college level Experience with SCT Banner and the Commonwealth Accounting and Reporting Systems (Cardinal) Experience navigating between multiple automated reporting systems Experience with governmental accounting Salary $41,121 to $50,259, Commensurate with Education and Experience Benefits This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, visit Conditions of Employment This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period. Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program. Telework Eligibility This position is eligible for periodic telework as determined by the department. Eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to supervisor approval. Employees will be required to sign a Telework Agreement. Physical and Cognitive Requirements Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.) – Essential; Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) – Marginal; Heavy Lifting – Non-Applicable; Pushing/Pulling – Non-Applicable; Standing – Marginal; Sitting – Essential; Bending – Marginal; Walking – Marginal; Climbing – Non-Applicable; Reaching – Marginal; Repetitive Motion – Essential; List other physical requirements – None. Emotional Demands Fast Pace – Essential; Average Pace – Essential; Multiple Priorities – Essential; Intense Customer Interaction – Essential; Multiple Stimuli – Essential; Frequency Changes – Essential. Mental/Sensory Demands Memory – Essential; Reasoning – Essential; Hearing – Essential; Reading – Essential; Analyzing – Essential; Logic – Essential; Verbal Communication – Essential; Written Communication – Essential; List other mental/sensory requirements – None. EEO Statement Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr