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Accountant II – Financial Affairs Accounting

Job in Fairfield, Fairfield County, Connecticut, 06828, USA
Listing for: Sacred Heart University
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-03
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 46383 USD Yearly USD 46383.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Accountant II – Financial Affairs Accounting

Recruitment began on December 9, 2025 and the job listing expires on January 7, 2026. This position is open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of

Job Duties:

  • The Accountant II performs entry of all internal and external requisitions, travel, personal reimbursements, expense/fund transfers, orders supplies, processes P & T card charges, and processes bids/RFPs for designated departments; initiates entry of all transactions into college accounting system; reviews accounting transactions to ensure proper methods are used in accordance with university and state regulations; assists management in planning and budget activities;

    performs receiving entries and accounts payable functions for designated cost centers and reconciles internal accounting system records; prepares monthly reports for deans, directors, and department heads; reviews transactions submitted to ensure that they are in accordance with university, state, and federal purchasing regulations; assists in developing new accounting procedures to resolve data processing problems; communicates regularly with college staff, deans, internal and external vendors concerning financial affairs.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • The formal education of a bachelor’s degree in accounting or other business related fields from an accredited institution of higher education
  • At least one year of experience in accounting or a related field

Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least two or more years of experience in accounting or a related field
  • Experience using Workday
  • Experience using Quick Books accounting software
  • Knowledge of university and state procurement rules and regulations, accounting principals, data management, and customer service techniques
  • Ability to apply policies and procedures and other applicable regulations associated with departments and college

Salary Information:

$46,383

Required Documents to Apply:

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

  • Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

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