Northern Arizona University
Accountant, Senior
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona, United States, 86004
This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6788097
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r Accountant, Senior
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r Location: University Development
r Regular/Temporary: Regular
r Job ID: 608168
r Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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r Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation\'s preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
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Special Information
This position is primarily on-site at the Flagstaff Mountain campus, with the option for hybrid work.
Job Description
The Accountant, Senior prepares and presents financial reports to ensure an accurate reflection of the foundation\'s financial position. Primarily responsible for account reconciliations and monthly journal entries to ensure accuracy in accordance with the accounting close processes in a timely manner. Coordinates and provides guidance to lower level employees to promote clarity within the unit. The position recommends new accounting and fiscal control policies to improve department performance and increase efficiency. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of non-profit financial accounting.
Account Reconciliation and Accounting Close Entries - 30%
Prepare timely account reconciliations and accounting close entries to maintain accurate financial records for the foundation. For example, maintain operational accounting transactions for timely reporting.
Accounting Research & Guidance - 25%
Research and provide guidance on how to properly account for transactions and/or processes to ensure accurate reflection of the foundation\'s financials.
Financial Analysis and Reports - 20%
Prepare, produce, and present monthly financial reports for review and analysis. For example, providing variance analysis for month over month financial reporting.
Maintain Data & Accounting Systems - 20%
Maintain and provide oversight of data and integrity of subledger and accounting systems. For example, this will include reviewing and analyzing gift agreements for proper system setup.
Other - 5%
Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in accounting or related field. 3 to 5 years of accounting experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Accounting experience in non-profits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of accounting tools, procedures, processes, policies, and concepts, such as preparation of financial statements, account reconciliations, journal entries, invoicing, revenue receipts, and other financial documents. Knowledge of financial reporting in non-profits.
Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel). Skill in writing detailed numerical computations and reports. Skill in computerized accounting systems and applications, such as accounting software.
Abilities
Communicates effectively, listens actively, analyzes complex situations and anticipate issues.
Background Information
This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying or a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees\' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report {target=" blank"}. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report {target=" blank"} is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus
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r Accountant, Senior
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r Location: University Development
r Regular/Temporary: Regular
r Job ID: 608168
r Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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r Workplace Culture
NAU aims to be the nation\'s preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.
{ cke saved href="https://nau.edu/president/strategic-plan/" isparent="" target=" blank"}
Special Information
This position is primarily on-site at the Flagstaff Mountain campus, with the option for hybrid work.
Job Description
The Accountant, Senior prepares and presents financial reports to ensure an accurate reflection of the foundation\'s financial position. Primarily responsible for account reconciliations and monthly journal entries to ensure accuracy in accordance with the accounting close processes in a timely manner. Coordinates and provides guidance to lower level employees to promote clarity within the unit. The position recommends new accounting and fiscal control policies to improve department performance and increase efficiency. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of non-profit financial accounting.
Account Reconciliation and Accounting Close Entries - 30%
Prepare timely account reconciliations and accounting close entries to maintain accurate financial records for the foundation. For example, maintain operational accounting transactions for timely reporting.
Accounting Research & Guidance - 25%
Research and provide guidance on how to properly account for transactions and/or processes to ensure accurate reflection of the foundation\'s financials.
Financial Analysis and Reports - 20%
Prepare, produce, and present monthly financial reports for review and analysis. For example, providing variance analysis for month over month financial reporting.
Maintain Data & Accounting Systems - 20%
Maintain and provide oversight of data and integrity of subledger and accounting systems. For example, this will include reviewing and analyzing gift agreements for proper system setup.
Other - 5%
Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in accounting or related field. 3 to 5 years of accounting experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Accounting experience in non-profits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of accounting tools, procedures, processes, policies, and concepts, such as preparation of financial statements, account reconciliations, journal entries, invoicing, revenue receipts, and other financial documents. Knowledge of financial reporting in non-profits.
Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel). Skill in writing detailed numerical computations and reports. Skill in computerized accounting systems and applications, such as accounting software.
Abilities
Communicates effectively, listens actively, analyzes complex situations and anticipate issues.
Background Information
This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying or a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees\' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report {target=" blank"}. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report {target=" blank"} is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus