Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology seeksa detail-oriented and collaborative Senior Accountant to join the Financial Affairs Department. We have been ranked No. 1 among U.S. engineering colleges by the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Guide for the last 27consecutive years.

This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial and operational information to supportregulatory filings, external reporting requirements, and institutional decision-making. The Senior Accountant researches applicable accounting and reporting requirements to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional standards, while monitoring deadlines and reporting obligations to support timely and accurate submissions.

The Senior Accountant oversees the preparation of assigned sections of the Institute’s annual financial statements and related footnotes, ensuring adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant reporting standards. This role coordinates audit-related activities, including the preparation of supporting documentation and responses to inquiries from internal and external auditors. In addition,the position prepares a variety of recurring and ad hoc financial reports and assists with the design, implementation, and execution of internal control andaudit functions to promote the accuracy and integrity of financial data.

Working closely with campus stakeholders, the Senior Accountant supports the development and administration of the Institute’s annual operating and capital budgets. Responsibilities include maintaining budget records, processing adjustments and updates,configuring and supporting budgeting and financial reporting systems, and providing financial information and guidance to budget managers across campus.

The position serves as a resource for financial reporting and budget-related questions, helping departments effectively manage resources and make informed financial decisions.

This position also performs general accounting functions, including reconciling assigned general ledger accounts,preparing and posting adjusting journal entries, and analyzing revenue and expense activity. The Senior Accountant monitors financial transactions for accuracy and completeness, identifies trends or discrepancies, and recommends corrective actions when necessary. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the abilityto communicate complex financial information clearly to a variety of audiences while contributing to the Institute’s mission of excellence in education and stewardship of resources.

Qualified candidates will have abachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field, alongwith five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial management. The successful candidate will possess strong analytical, project management, process improvement, and organizational skills,as well as advanced proficiency with accounting systems, databases, and spreadsheet applications. Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment is essential.

Musthave the ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures,governmental regulations, financial statements, and legal documents. Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary, including the ability toprepare and present financial reports, business correspondence, policies,procedures, and other documentation.

Preferred candidates will have amaster’s degree in accounting, finance, or business administration and eight years of significant experience in accounting and financial management. Experience working in a private college or…