DePaul University
DePaul University
Manager, Financial Accounting Loop Campus (Remote) Job Description
The Highlights: Under the direction of the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Manager guides and performs advanced level accounting and audit work related to the financial operations of the university. The manager oversees the Financial Accounting department, ensuring the needs of university-wide stakeholders are met effectively and efficiently. The manager supervises a staff of 5 to 7 individuals responsible for reconciliations, analyses, reporting, and daily data processing and monitoring. The manager ensures that assigned accounts are reconciled accurately and timely, staff is cross-trained, processes are documented, and systems are functioning effectively. The manager works with various departments throughout the university to ensure compliance with GAAP, university policies, applicable tax regulations, and other external requirements. The manager is also responsible for activities related to month and year-end closes, including administering internal and external audits and preparing the university's financial statements and footnotes.
What You'll Do: General supervision of Financial Accounting operations, including resource management/allocation, staff development, ensuring monthly and quarterly deadlines are met, and ensuring teams remain engaged and efficient. Overseeing and managing period close (quarterly, monthly, annually) and multiple audits, including preparation and review of Management and Board of Trustee reporting. Business process development documentation, working with the Assistant Controller, Controller, and other departments to improve operations. Coordinate collaboration with other Financial Affairs departments to ensure compliance with GAAP and university policy. General relationship management and customer service as the main point of contact for issues related to Financial Statements and accounting entries. Supervising 5 to 7 full-time employees, including daily supervision, work prioritization, and performance reviews. Reviewing and supervising the team's work on reconciliations and accounts totaling approximately $2 billion in assets and liabilities. What You'll Need:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business field required. Minimum 6 years experience in Accounting or Audit required. 2-3 years supervisory experience required. Consulting, public accounting, higher education, or internal accounting management experience strongly preferred. Oracle General Ledger or other ERP experience required. CPA or Advanced degree strongly preferred. Self-motivated individual able to work in a changing environment. Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of constituents throughout the University. Highly organized and detail-oriented to manage multiple open issues efficiently. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Resourceful, flexible, and able to anticipate and resolve problems effectively. Proven outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills required. The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $85,519.00 - $110,000.00 per year. Perks: Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion. Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits. Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%. Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more! For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. Required Background Check: Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse Neglect: Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status. DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Job Identification:
1668 Job Category:
Finance and Accounting Posting date:
01/22/2025, 10:24 PM Job Schedule:
Full time Locations:
Loop Campus (Remote)
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Manager, Financial Accounting Loop Campus (Remote) Job Description
The Highlights: Under the direction of the Assistant Controller, the Accounting Manager guides and performs advanced level accounting and audit work related to the financial operations of the university. The manager oversees the Financial Accounting department, ensuring the needs of university-wide stakeholders are met effectively and efficiently. The manager supervises a staff of 5 to 7 individuals responsible for reconciliations, analyses, reporting, and daily data processing and monitoring. The manager ensures that assigned accounts are reconciled accurately and timely, staff is cross-trained, processes are documented, and systems are functioning effectively. The manager works with various departments throughout the university to ensure compliance with GAAP, university policies, applicable tax regulations, and other external requirements. The manager is also responsible for activities related to month and year-end closes, including administering internal and external audits and preparing the university's financial statements and footnotes.
What You'll Do: General supervision of Financial Accounting operations, including resource management/allocation, staff development, ensuring monthly and quarterly deadlines are met, and ensuring teams remain engaged and efficient. Overseeing and managing period close (quarterly, monthly, annually) and multiple audits, including preparation and review of Management and Board of Trustee reporting. Business process development documentation, working with the Assistant Controller, Controller, and other departments to improve operations. Coordinate collaboration with other Financial Affairs departments to ensure compliance with GAAP and university policy. General relationship management and customer service as the main point of contact for issues related to Financial Statements and accounting entries. Supervising 5 to 7 full-time employees, including daily supervision, work prioritization, and performance reviews. Reviewing and supervising the team's work on reconciliations and accounts totaling approximately $2 billion in assets and liabilities. What You'll Need:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business field required. Minimum 6 years experience in Accounting or Audit required. 2-3 years supervisory experience required. Consulting, public accounting, higher education, or internal accounting management experience strongly preferred. Oracle General Ledger or other ERP experience required. CPA or Advanced degree strongly preferred. Self-motivated individual able to work in a changing environment. Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of constituents throughout the University. Highly organized and detail-oriented to manage multiple open issues efficiently. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Resourceful, flexible, and able to anticipate and resolve problems effectively. Proven outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills required. The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $85,519.00 - $110,000.00 per year. Perks: Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion. Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits. Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%. Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more! For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement: Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. Required Background Check: Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse Neglect: Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status. DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Job Identification:
1668 Job Category:
Finance and Accounting Posting date:
01/22/2025, 10:24 PM Job Schedule:
Full time Locations:
Loop Campus (Remote)
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