Staff Accountant I- Hybrid

Overview:

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the direction of the Business Administrator or designee, the Staff Accountant is responsible for performing diversified and complex administrative/accounting duties in support of federal, state and private agency grants and contracts and various other departmental funds. the Staff Accountant also provides administrative support to Administrator in the areas of account reconciliations, monthly financial reports and budget preparation.

Responsibilities:

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain computerized accounting reconciliations for the accurate management of funds
Responsible for the monthly reconciliation to University’s Financial Reporting system
Ensure that accounts are not overcommitted or overspent and that budgetary guidelines are followed
Prepare expenditure projections
Prepare monthly reconciliation of funds for departmental reserve and sub-accounts as well as other department accounts. Post earnings
Process consultant agreements, travel vouchers, PO’s and invoices; coordinate the preparation of Accounts Payable source documents for payment; monitor expenses for timeliness and appropriateness; refer problems to the Administrator
Ensure accurate and timely reallocation of all Procard expenses. Involves overseeing and training department secretaries acting as re-allocators
Act as resource for extramural funding, providing information and assistance in obtaining and completing required forms and necessary approvals
Provide administrative assistance to department administrator and the recognized designee in their absence
Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
3 years accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, or related experience
Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret financial documents such as system reports
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and writing skills needed to present or communicate effectively with all levels of management