Senior Accountant

Summary of the Job

The Senior Accountant supports the Controller in managing the university's financial operations. This role is responsible for overseeing general ledger activities, assisting with financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. The position plays a key role in month-end and year-end close processes, budget support, and audit preparation.

• Assist in maintaining the integrity of the accounting system, including account setup and system utilities.
• Post tuition charges & adjustments in Colleague.
• Record, classify, and summarize financial transactions in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and post journal entries for payroll, accruals, and prepaids.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts including cash, assets, and liabilities.
• Support the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules.
• Provide documentation and schedules for external audits.
• Support the annual budget process and departmental budget reviews.
• Monitor compliance with internal control policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Provide backup support for other business office functions as needed.
• Cash Flow management:
  • Incoming Title IV & Non-Title IV cash receipts
  • 3rd Party Billing & Collection (Accounts Receivable)
  • Bank electronic funds transfers
  • G5 requests
• Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with IT.
• Analyze budget variances and provide insights to department heads.
• Contact permanent-out delinquent accounts by telephone and written communication
• Monitor credit balances on student ledgers; report to financial planning for refunding via check/ACH.
• All other duties, as assigned