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Manager, Accounting

Job Number: 2026-52269

Category: Accounting & Finance

Location: Westborough, MA

Shift: Day

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School

Department: FHC Finance

Job Type: Full-Time

Union Code: Non Union Position - Non Unit Professional (W60)

Num. Openings: 1

Post Date: Nov. 2, 2026

Work Location: 100% Remote

Salary Minimum: USD $90,000.00/Yr.

Salary Maximum: USD $120,000.00/Yr.

Under the direction of the UMass Chan Medical School Associate Controller, the general accounting manager supervises, tracks, and evaluates day-to-day general accounting activities. The accounting manager"s responsibilities include oversight of the general accounting staff, management of the monthly close process, preparation of financial analyses and financial statements for presentation to senior management, University Trustees, and other governing agencies.

• Review and exercise quality control of the daily operations of the general accounting department, including supervision and training of staff accountants, including asset management staff.
• Oversee and manage the general ledger for daily activity related to the schools assets and liabilities including UMass Chans fixed asset portfolio (including acquisition, capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliation); ensure compliance with relevant GAAP standards and internal controls. Coordinate with the Properties Manager to ensure accurate consolidation and financial reporting of certain properties not under the direction of UMass Chan.
• Manage the fiscal year-end and monthly closing process, design closing schedules, review all manual journal entries prepared by the general accounting staff; review consolidated financial statements and key account reconciliations, and conduct fluctuation analyses for the monthly UMass Chan financial results package.
• Work closely with Facilities Management, IT, Budget Office and other UMass Chan administrative and academic departments to ensure complete and accurate reporting and compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Assist the Associate Controller in reviewing existing accounting responsibilities, reassessing staff workload and skill sets, and reassigning job responsibilities in order to improve team productivity and efficiency
• Prepare and collaborate with the University of Massachusetts Presidents Office on the annual financial report including preparation of campus specific footnote disclosures and fluctuation analysis and assist with the financial statement consolidation;
• Coordinate the annual external financial statement audit, prepare audit lead schedules and manage audit deliverables and test requests;
• Meet financial accounting objectives and established deadlines;
• Conduct research and interpret financial reporting standards (FASB/GASB/GAAP) on new and complex accounting issues;
• Maintain and update general accounting procedure and process documents; identify areas for improvement and make recommendations; ensure existing processes and procedures are in compliance with the applicable accounting standards; make recommendations for adaptation and adoption as needed;
• Conduct annual performance appraisals, set future goals and design development plan for the staff accountants;
• Educate and provide guidance to other departments on accounting and reconciliation matters;
• Work on ad hoc or special projects as assigned.
• Equivalent to a four-year degree in business administration accounting or finance (a masters degree preferred);
• 7 - 10 years experience in financial reporting and accounting required (CPA preferred);
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills;
• Advanced Excel spreadsheet skills;
• 3 - 5 years of related accounting supervisory experience preferred;
• Experience with external (or internal) auditors preferred;
• PeopleSoft experience preferred.

Posting Disclaimer:

This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.

Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role.

In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.

UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

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