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Penn State University · 1 week ago

Accounting Manager - Military & Third Party Contracts

Penn State University Park

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$86K/yr - $130K/yr

8+ years exp

Penn State University is seeking a motivated individual to fill a full-time position as Accounting Manager within the Military and Third-Party Contracts Team. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance, and managing team performance related to third-party billing and payment processes.

Higher Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the third-party billing and payment processes for external sponsors, including corporations and government agencies (both domestic and international). Ensure accurate contract setup, invoicing, payment posting, and reconciliation of all third-party receivable accounts

Create efficiencies, which may include the identification of new third-party services, enhancing the invoicing and payment processes for third-party sponsors, and improving customer service within the Military and Third-Party Contracts Team

Maintain compliance with military funding and international sponsor payment reporting

Manage the Military and Third-Party Contract Team, which includes hiring, training, and evaluating staff to ensure outstanding customer service and compliance with university policies at all levels of the organization

Qualification

Accounting skillsFinancial analysisERP systemsMicrosoft ExcelTeam managementCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree

8+ years of relevant experience, includes 3+ years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Strong accounting skills with a focus on accurate reconciliation and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in complex account transactions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to address unique situations and concerns in daily interactions with various Penn State offices, outside agencies, parents/families, and students

Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies and implement effective solutions

Excellent problem-solving skills to plan, organize, delegate, and direct work objectives, priorities, and deadlines

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with the ability to interpret and analyze data

A high level of professionalism and the ability to meet specific deadlines and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team and handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

Experience leading and managing teams/employees

Experience with ERP systems (eg. PeopleSoft, Flywire, etc.) preferred

Experience with student and business systems/software is highly desirable