Manager, Accounting

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Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Executive/Director/Management, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department:  - FA-GEN ACCTG AND FIN RPTG ADMN

Classification

Title:

MGR, Accounting

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and six years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Oversee accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
• Validate and review monthly financial reports for accuracy and completeness
• Manage journal entries, inter-departmental transfers, commitment control, and related processes
• Maintain the integrity of the General Ledger through effective oversight
• Oversee Chart Field structure and tree maintenance to align with University needs
• Develop and maintain understanding of Annual Financial Report requirements

• Provide accounting guidance and support to University departments
• Assist departments with reporting requirements and reconciliations
• Promote and maintain a strong customer-service-focused environment
• Design and deliver workshops and training sessions, as needed
• Evaluate and improve business processes to enhance service quality
• Resolve complex issues and respond to accounting-related inquiries
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships across organizational units.

• Monitor and support implementation of accounting principles and standards
• Ensure compliance with state, regulatory, and industry guidelines
• Investigate General Ledger discrepancies and resolve data integrity issues
• Support continuous improvement in accounting accuracy and compliance

• Supervise and support direct reports and student interns
• Conduct performance management, coaching, and evaluations
• Identify training needs and support professional development plans
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Contribute to special assignments and initiatives as needed to support departmental goals

$70k - $80k

Preferred:

Licensure as a State of Florida Certified Public Accountant preferred, but not required.

This position requires a strong knowledge and understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), specifically as these principles relate to college and university technical accounting, fund accounting and financial reporting. GASB experience preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Outlook, and Word

Ability to analyze and solve problems, interpret, and recommend solutions or changes

Excellent customer service skills, including strong written and verbal communications skills, as well as the ability to work with individuals.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment

Required:

Health Assessment

Required:

No

Advertised: 08 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 29 Jul 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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