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Wayne State University · 21 hours ago

Accountant Special Projects - Senior Specialist

Detroit, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$59K/yr - $68K/yr

3+ years exp

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research university located in Detroit, Michigan. They are seeking an experienced Accountant Special Projects - Senior Specialist to oversee financial data recording and verification, manage complex assignments, and ensure compliance with accounting principles and university policies.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Oversee the recording and verification of financial data in accordance with University policies and procedures

Identify and resolve discrepancies

Perform financial review and analysis

Prepare accurate and timely reports in compliance with established procedures and regulatory guidelines

Provide project oversight and review related work that is directed to accounting staff

Manage significant and complex assignments

Play a significant role in specific aspects of the overall operations of General Accounting including the fiscal closing activities

Manage significant and complex assignments, with minimal assistance from direct supervisor

Serve as a seasoned accounting professional in the application of theory and principles of accounting to maintain and enhance University accounting practices and reporting

Play a primary role in the analysis, implementation, and maintenance of financial reporting changes (GASB pronouncements, etc.)

Prepare, analyze, and reconcile financial transactions and reports to verify accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, university policies and procedures, divisional objectives, and external grant, contract, and governmental requirements

Identify and research discrepancies and prepare necessary corrections

Play a critical role in the planning and coordination of the year-end close process and serve as a liaison to the external auditors

Oversee internal and external financial reporting requirements

Compile and analyze financial information in conjunction with preparing financial statements and supporting schedules

Ensure that financial reporting deadlines are met and financial records are maintained in compliance with prevailing policies and procedures

Manage workflow and assignments, train, and oversee select lower-level accounting staff and support staff, including but not limited to coordinating and reviewing their assigned tasks

Assist with the development and enhancement of accounting policies and procedures

Review, monitor and maintain appropriate internal controls over finance transactions making recommendations and proposing changes as necessary and required

Participate in computer system testing and development

Provide information on system requirements; create and run test data; note errors to be corrected; recommend changes as appropriate

Understand and evaluate interaction between new system enhancements and current computing capabilities

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Accounting principlesFinancial reportingBanner Administrative SystemsMicrosoft Office SuiteAnalytical SkillsLearning AgilitySupervisory SkillsTeamworkCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field from an accredited college or university

Intermediate (3 to 4 years job-related experience)

Prior experience with operations and procedures in a large and complex accounting operation

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products, primarily Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles with emphasis on fund accounting and GASB implementations

Reasonable knowledge and understanding of University policies and procedures or policies and procedures in a large and complex environment

Analytical Skills: Keen ability to make valid and reliable evaluation of information with demonstrated attention to detail sufficient to consistently achieve high degrees of accuracy and/or desired results

Learning Agility: Independent and innovative self-starter who can display an ability to learn rapidly and adapt quickly to changing situations

Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues within the division and central units; ability to produce high quality and consistent results with assistance of team members; provide support to teammates when tackling complex projects

Technology Skills: Proficient in the use of complex financial management system software and similar analytical and reporting tools, preferably with Banner or comparable software in a higher education environment

Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally both orally and in writing

Supervisory Skills: Ability to provide functional supervision, as well as train and coach staff

Leadership Skills: Ability to lead and influence staff, make difficult decisions, function with integrity, and demonstrate sound judgement