Senior Accountant

Bowling Green State University • Bowling Green, OH • 1w ago

Senior Accountant
Bowling Green State University
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Division: Finance & Administration
Opening Date: 02/19/2025
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU00707
Department: Finance & Administration
Closing: Continuous
Summary
Reporting to the Associate Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for daily financial accounting and reporting activities of Bowling Green State University (BGSU) in support of post award grants management as well as supporting over all financial reporting accordance with GAAP and the application of GASB and FASB standards.
Essential Functions
Provide day-to-day support for the functions associated with general accounting in support of the post award grants accounting department as well as service contracts and state memorandums of understanding.
Activities as a member of the Controller's Office in this capacity may include:
responsible for updating the general ledger on a daily basis
responsible for review of monthly transaction activity and preparation or review of entries to the general ledger
reconcile general ledger accounts in particular those associated with restricted funds
responsible for proper implementation of new GASB pronouncements under the direction of the Associate Controller
Under the direction of the Associate Controller and/or the Grants Manager, responsible for:
periodic draws of federal funds
assisting with preparation and review of the University's Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA)
preparation of various organizational reports such as the NSF Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) report amongst many others
assist with cost share calculations and entries on a monthly basis
preparation of year-end audit work papers
federal sub-award filings
Provide necessary fiscal assistance to Grants Accounting department personnel, Controller's Office as a whole, and the campus community. Field questions and provide training related to restricted fund accounting.
Special projects and other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
The following Degree is required:
Bachelor's degree required. Degree must be conferred at the time of application.
The following Degree is preferred:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
The following Experience is required:
3 years accounting or auditing experience
The following Licensure, Certifications, or Registration is preferred:
Certified Public Accountant
Additional Information
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Solid working knowledge of GAAP, FASB, and GASB principles as well as fund accounting and the basics of taxation
Excellent written and oral communication skills
High level of demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy
Self-starter and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong financial analysis skills
Ability to analyze and problem solve
Strong computer skills, specifically as it relates to Microsoft Office products
Working knowledge of complex financial ERP systems as well as the various business processes and procedures related to them
Required Documents to Upload to Application: Cover Letter and Resume
Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled.
BGSU does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.
Bowling Green State University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to ensuring an equal employment opportunity for all applic

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