Deposit Accounting Manager; Levels - IV

Overview

Job Title: Deposit Accounting Manager (Levels I - IV)

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job : 61981

Department: Deposit Accounting | The Controller's Office

• Supervise the Deposit Accounting team and oversee performance, evaluation, training, and development of staff.
• Oversee staff functions including deposit matching and posting; develop and maintain systems and procedures to identify and record deposits; provide departmental training and support; reconcile databases and systems to ensure timely, accurate deposit processing.
• Direct staff activities related to the university’s eCommerce payment systems and merchant services, including processing of credit card refunds, voids, and chargebacks.
• Manage the administration of university merchant fees and related activities and confirm the accuracy and payment of monthly charges.
• Serve as the primary liaison on the reconciliation of deposit transactions; ensure timely, thorough reconciliation of all deposit-related activity to the university’s bank statement; attend monthly bank reconciliation meetings and resolve outstanding deposits in a timely manner.
• Maintain sound fiscal controls; review daily and monthly reconciliations for accuracy and timely completion; monitor trends and indicators of deposit processing and merchant services; identify problem areas and suggest improvements.
• Ensure adequate internal business process documentation, backup, and cross training in critical and ancillary business functions; ensure trainings are offered and reference guides are up to date; participate in disaster recovery or planning activities.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Education and experience: Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar field and three years of experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or similar field and five years of experience; OR a high school diploma/equivalent and nine years of related experience. (

Note:

a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)

• Experience managing, supervising, training, and/or directing work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Experience with accounting systems and practices.
• Ability to document existing and new processes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Knowledge of the OMNI (People Soft) accounting system and experience researching, producing, analyzing, and communicating complex financial data.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations; ability to apply related university policies, procedures, principles, and practices.

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning rooted in the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU emphasizes research and creativity within a vibrant academic and professional community.

The anticipated starting salary for this position is $64,000, commensurate with experience and education.

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If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at the official jobs site. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via the internal process.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a resume and cover letter with their application.

This is an A&P position. This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check. This position is being advertised as open until filled.

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.