Accountant - JR30114-3800

The University of Chicago • Chicago, IL • 4d ago

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Press/CFO

About the Department

Since its origins in 1890 as one of the three main divisions of the University of Chicago, the University of Chicago Press has embraced as its mission the obligation to disseminate scholarship of the highest standard and to publish serious works that promote education, foster public understanding, and enrich cultural life. Through our books and journals, we seek not only to advance scholarly conversation within and across traditional disciplines but, in keeping with the University of Chicago\'s experimental tradition, to help define new areas of knowledge and intellectual endeavor.

Job Summary

The Press seeks to enhance its level of back-up, redundancy, and consistency in accounting functions and duties - specifically with respect to balance sheet account reconciliations. This position will focus on monthly balance sheet reconciliations including accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable (A/P), and cash for all three Press divisions (Books, Journals, and the Chicago Distribution Center).

Under the general supervision of the CFO and the immediate supervision of the Accounting Director and the Accountant/Senior Analyst, this position will concentrate on monthly balance sheet account reconciliations for the three Press divisions: Books, Journals, and the CDC. This position will be part of the team that includes the Accountant/Senior Analyst and will work closely with that person - providing help where needed.

Responsibilities

Ensure that the Press\'s accounts receivable (A/R), accounts payable

(A/P), and cash transactions - deposits, refunds, chargebacks, etc. - are accurate and that all activity is properly accounted for on the various internal systems and University ledgers - and are reconciled on a monthly basis.

Responsible for annual University audit workpaper efforts concerning

balance sheet account reconciliations.

Assist in monthly accounting entries based on CISPUB and PUBS system

reports.

Interprets accounting records for the purpose of determining gains

and losses, receipts and disbursements, and inventory.

Performs a variety of operating or cost accounting activities which

require moderate knowledge of accounting theories and principles.

Other tasks as assigned by the Accounting Director.

Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor\'s degree.

Experience:

Three years of accounting work experience.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

Excel

Preferred Competencies

Exceptional general computer spreadsheet and mathematical skills.

Work in detail with very large reports and spreadsheets.

Ability to become familiar with multiple computer systems and

technologies.

Work independently and over time to work with minimal supervision.

Excellent organizational skills.

Working Conditions

Using a PC for long periods of time.

Hybrid work environment available.

Application Documents

Resume (required)

Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Financial Management

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

37.5

Drug Test Required

Health Screen Required

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

\$63,750.00 - \$82,500.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University\'s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

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