University of Rochester Advancement · 5 months ago
Accountant I
211 Bailey Road
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$23.06/hr - $32.29/hr
1+ years expThe University of Rochester is committed to fostering a welcoming culture, and they are seeking an Accountant I to perform professional accounting work. This role will involve analyzing ledger accounts, preparing financial statements, and ensuring compliance with university policies.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Performs professional accounting work at an operating level requiring knowledge and application of general accounting theory, techniques and practices and knowledge of the University accounting system
Works closely with the various levels of the University community to research, review, and reconcile various ledger accounts within UR Financials
Completes analyses of ledger accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy of data
Determines whether account balances are reasonable
Examines accounting documents to ascertain transactions are properly supported in accordance with University policy and procedures
Initiates corrective action or recommends solutions as appropriate
Prepares routine working papers, exhibits, and summaries supporting findings and recommendations
May perform the foregoing for specific accounts or certain groups of accounts, such as those involving third party agreements, contracts, grants, auxiliary enterprises, fixed assets, etc., which require knowledge of policies, regulations, and other criteria uniquely applicable to maintaining these accounts
Participates in the preparation of quarterly financial statements and related footnote disclosures in accordance with US GAAP
Performs analysis of financial statement balances and activity
Prepares accurate reports to support research results
Prepares a variety of routine financial statements or accounting reports for which the format has been established
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting and 1 year of professional accounting experience required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Excellent analytical, organizational, communication skills and attention to detail required
Strong Microsoft Office skills required
Ability to work within tight deadlines required
Company
University of Rochester Advancement
The University of Rochester, one of the nation’s top private research universities, has built a national caliber advancement program in support of the largest campaign in the University’s history.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase