Accountant II

Under general supervision, the position performs a range of detailed, moderately complex professional accounting functions. Work assignments at this level typically include: examination, analysis, maintenance, consolidation and reconciliation of financial records; creation and interpretation of financial statements and reports; participation in the development of budgets; may be assigned responsibility to provide training, supervision and/or assistance to other employees.

Duties may include:

* Analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness

* Research and resolve accounting problems and/or discrepancies

* Research and apply new accounting standards

* Research and apply relevant local, state, and federal regulations;
Prepare, review or approve required returns and reports

* Generate standard and custom financial statements and other reports

* Oversee proper classification and coding of income and expenditures

* Analyze and forecast revenue and expenditure trends

* Assist in calculation of various departmental and University rates

* Analyze expenditures charged for appropriateness and compliance with University policy and procedures

* Interact with internal and external auditors and participate in auditing projects

* Recommend improvements in workflows, procedures and processes

* Conduct financial analysis of projects and prepare special reports

* Oversee and monitor accounting processes, schedules and databases

* Perform complex reconciliation functions

* Other duties as assigned