Staff Accountant

Responsible for performing various general accounting functions and activities under the direction of the Assistant Controller including, but not limited to, general ledger account reconciliations. Assists in year-end closing and audit reporting. Performs all duties in support of the University's mission.

• Ensures routine journal entries are prepared in accordance with monthly and year-end closing calendars.
• Completes assigned reconciliations monthly by deadlines with supporting documentation and in accordance with departmental standards.
• Prepares assigned account analyses of balance sheet accounts by assigned deadlines. Makes recommendations for adjusting entries.
• Provides documentation and analyses as needed to internal and external auditors by requested deadlines.
• Researches and responds timely to inquiries from university staff. Provides necessary information and acts as a liaison with other administrative departments to ensure accurate recording of all transactions into the general and operating ledgers.
• Documents existing processes and makes appropriate recommendations for process improvements. Recommends ways of improving current procedures and processes.
• May be responsible for monitoring grant accounts, restricted fund activity and with support of accounting team reconciles activity quarterly.
• Works collaboratively with the finance team to improve accounting procedures/controls, and efficiencies through development and implementation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Interprets and applies University and financial accounting policies related to accounting transactions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably in Business with a concentration in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 1 year of relevant professional experience preferred.
• Higher education experience/not for profit experience helpful but not required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and budgets.

Other Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Able to function independently while operating effectively within a team environment
• Possess solid general computer skills, including ability to work in a Windows environment. Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet, and other programs as needed (e.g., mail merge, data base management) Familiarity with specific applications used by the University/Department a plus
• Excellent oral and written skills and ability to communicate comfortably with students, colleagues, and external constituents
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex and multiple tasks in a professional and efficient manner
• Exhibits a high level of professionalism, leadership, creative problem solving, diplomacy, negotiation and sales skills, and the ability to manage complex projects with minimal supervision
• Professional, courteous demeanor and appearance; ability to engage positively and work professionally with students, faculty, staff and administration and represent the University professionally to the public
• Commitment to the mission of the University of Saint Joseph
• Physical ability to perform essential functions of the position, as noted below, with or without reasonable accommodation