UMAA Accounting Manager

About the Job

Reporting to the CFO, the Accounting Manager supports UMAA by managing all day‑to‑day accounting operations and ensuring accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting. As a separate legal entity, accounting operations include an independent audit and government filings. As an organization related to the University, operations include alignment with the University finance and human resources requirements where applicable. The position supports the CFO in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting.

The Accounting Manager oversees a Finance Specialist and 1-2 part‑time accounting student workers.

• Manage daily accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash receipts and cross‑company transactions with the University of Minnesota and the University of Minnesota Foundation.
• Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial close processes, prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations and supporting schedules.
• Manage annual audit and tax return preparation.
• Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for management, Board of Directors and Board Committees.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets, forecasts and financial plans in collaboration with leadership and staff.
• Monitor cash balance and requirements, initiate transfers from investments and University funds.
• Identify and implement process improvements to continually enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of finance operations.
• Serve as a back‑up for time‑sensitive accounting duties performed by the Finance Specialist during absences.

• Assist staff with hiring, including job postings and search committee support.
• Process changes to employee records in University of Minnesota system, including hiring, terminations, salary adjustments and other documentation.
• Manage employee records held at UMAA.
• Connect staff with appropriate University human resource support to address HR‑related questions, FMLA leave, and other needs.
• Recruit, train, supervise and mentor staff.

• Provide support to CFO for occasional HR and IT related activities.
• Provide support at major UMAA events.
• The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance, or related field plus at least four years of accounting experience or a combination of related education and work experience to equal eight years.
• Advanced skills in spreadsheets (MS Excel, Google Sheets) including pivot tables, complex formulas and data analysis.
• Detail oriented and able to enter data accurately and efficiently.
• Able to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills. Able to prioritize tasks effectively and meet accounting and compliance deadlines.
• Orientation toward continuous learning and process improvement.

• Proficient with Microsoft Dynamics GP.
• Conversion to new accounting software.
• Experience with nonprofit and/or higher education accounting.
• Supervisory experience.

The University of Minnesota Alumni Association (UMAA) fosters a lifelong spirit of belonging and pride by connecting alumni, students, and friends to the University of Minnesota and each other. The Association advocates for the University and its alumni with a credible, independent, and collaborative voice.

The UMAA is a separate 501(c)(3) organization supported primarily by contributions and revenue from alumni, contributions from the University, and draws from invested funds. Staff of the UMAA are employees of University Alumni Relations and receive University benefits.

Pay Range: 75,000 - 85,000 depending on education/qualifications/experience.

The priority Final date to receive applications is January 9th, 2026. Applications received after this date will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Time Appointment: 100 % Appointment

Position Type:
Civil‑Service & Non‑Faculty Labor Represented Staff

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