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Inside Higher Ed · 1 month ago

Accountant/Accounting Analyst - Division of Finance

Philadelphia, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$52K/yr - $80K/yr

2+ years exp

The University of Pennsylvania is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. The Accountant/Accounting Analyst role is responsible for all financial accounting matters related to payroll and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and internal University policies.

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Responsibilities

Provide accounting expertise in general ledger account reconciliation, analysis, and substantiation; bank account reconciliations; payroll escheat process and due diligence; and all posting, reviewing, and balancing of general ledger activity related to payroll as well as unclaimed property reporting

Support/execute upon general accounting, financial reporting, as well as various other accounting functions. This position will be responsible for assisting with activities related to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes and analysis

Accurately reconcile monthly payroll liability and withholding accounts; prompt identification and resolution of reconciling items; precise recording of adjusting entries as needed

Accurately reconcile monthly payroll expense accounts; prompt identification and resolution of reconciling items; precise recording of adjusting entries as needed

Responsible for accurate and timely payroll escheat process, including identification of uncashed checks and follow-up with payees for uncashed checks over 90 days; identification of checks to be reported to the respective states and upload to unclaimed property software; reconciliation of amounts to be reported to the states; reissue of claimed property

Calculate payroll expense and employee benefits related to health affiliates CPUP and CHOPPA; preparation of monthly estimated billings and true-ups; communication with health affiliates to resolve any billing discrepancies

Accurate and precise monthly reconciliation of payroll bank account; identification and resolution of reconciling items; recording of adjusting entries as needed

Calculate and record monthly payroll-related accruals, including salary and unused vacation accruals

Respond to information requests for various audits and surveys, including annual financial audit, workers' compensation, economic impact survey, etc

Perform research on federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and draft memos/white papers on compliance issues

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Payroll reportingGeneral ledger reconciliationAccounting principles (GAAP)Microsoft ExcelWorkdayPayroll tax experienceAnalytical skillsMulti-tasking abilitiesCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Accountant/Accounting professional with strong payroll reporting/background and analytical skills

In depth knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and general accounting structure

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and a minimum of two to three years related experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience; five to seven years' relevant experience preferred

Strong analytical skills, communication skills, technical skills, and multi-tasking abilities

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Payroll tax experience required

Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented and accurate. Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Demonstrated organizational and prioritization skills, along with the ability to work within tight and often conflicting deadlines

Must be flexible, show effective judgement, discretion and have the ability to handle confidential financial matters

Work effectively in a highly matrixed and decentralized environment with the ability to navigate through ambiguity and demonstrate appreciation and support for diversity, inclusion and belonging in a constantly evolving academic/higher education environment

Preferred

Demonstrated proficiency with Workday (preferred)

Multi-State payroll tax experience preferred

Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.

Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.