Sr. Accountant

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Sr. Accountant

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\t\t\t\t\t\tEdward Waters University \t\t\t\t\t

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Position Summary

The Senior Accountant is responsible for performing and overseeing complex accounting functions for the University, including general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, month-end and year-end closing, financial reporting, and analysis. The position ensures that financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), institutional policies, and applicable higher education requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
• Perform complex general ledger account reconciliations, including bank, balance sheet, revenue, expense, and interfund accounts.
• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, allocations, corrections, and adjusting entries.
• Manage and support the monthly financial close process and ensure deadlines are met.
• Analyze account balances and investigate unusual or unsupported transactions.
• Assist with the preparation of schedules and supporting documentation for the University\s annual financial statement audit.
• Maintain accurate accounting records in accordance with GAAP and University policies.
• Assist with fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, depreciation, and reconciliations.
• Review accounting transactions for accuracy, completeness, proper coding, and appropriate supporting documentation.
• Assist with grant accounting and ensure expenditure and revenues are properly recorded and supported.
• Support year-end closing activities and preparation of audit workpapers.
• Assist with budget-to-actual analysis and investigate significant variances.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Student Accounts, Grants, Payroll, and other departments to resolve accounting issues.
• Assist with internal controls and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes.
• Prepare financial reports and analysis for management as requested.
• Research accounting issues and provide recommendations to management.
• Assist with external audits, compliance reviews, and other financial reporting requirements.
• Provide guidance and support to junior accounting staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor\s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in higher education, nonprofit, governmental, or another complex financial environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial accounting principles.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end closing.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, lookups, formulas, and financial analysis.
• Experience working with an ERP/accounting system.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS of Master\s degree.
• Experience working in a college or university environment.
• Experience with fund accounting, grant accounting, restricted funds, and/or higher education reporting.
• Experience with Ellucian/Colleague or similar higher education ERP systems.
• Experience supporting annual financial statement audits and federal grant audits.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to identify errors and recommend corrective action.
• Commitment to confidentiality and financial integrity.

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