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Nova Southeastern University · 2 weeks ago

Senior Accountant - 991373

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is a not-for-profit, independent university known for academic excellence and innovation. They are seeking a Senior Accountant to manage and oversee all non-tuition revenue streams, ensuring accurate financial transactions and compliance while supporting strategic decision-making through financial analysis.

EducationHigher EducationNon Profit

Responsibilities

Reads, interprets, and reviews detailed contracts to ensure proper GAAP revenue recognition and adherence to accounting policies

Develops and implements procedures and workflows to improve efficiency and tracking of non-tuition revenue

Monitors and reconciles all non-tuition revenue accounts, including auxiliary services, housing, dining, bookstore, parking, and other contract revenue streams

Coordinates with units for the accurate recording of receivables and ensure timely collection and recording of payments

Ensures compliance with institutional policies, state and federal regulations

Assists with monthly, quarterly, and annual flux analysis

Manages specific reconciliations for areas such as deferred revenue, inter-company transactions, and inventory from campus departments

Assists in budget development and variance analysis for auxiliary and other non-tuition units

Implements and maintains internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accurate financial reporting

Supports audits and compliance reviews related to non-tuition revenue streams

Works closely with department heads, auxiliary service managers, and other units to ensure proper revenue recognition and reporting

Provides guidance on financial policies and procedures for non-tuition revenue activities

Completes special projects as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

GAAP knowledgeERP systems proficiencyMicrosoft ExcelAccounting experienceFinancial analysisAnalytical skillsBudget developmentCompliance knowledgeInternal controlsNonprofit experienceAuxiliary operationsCPA certificationOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Strong knowledge of GAAP and fund accounting principles

Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Bachelor's Degree

Accounting, Finance, or related field

Six (6) to eight (8) years of accounting experience

Preferred

Experience in higher education or nonprofit sector

Experience with auxiliary enterprise operations

Familiarity with compliance requirements for higher education institutions

CPA preferred

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Excellent medical and dental plans

Company

Nova Southeastern University

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Nova Southeastern University is a nonprofit, independent research university offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.

Founded in 1964

Davie, Florida, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://nova.edu

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$4.75M

Key Investors

Community Foundation of BrowardHealth Foundation of South Florida

2025-06-26Grant· $0.45M

2023-02-15Grant· $1M

2022-02-22Grant· $0.3M

Leadership Team

Marilyn Gardner

Program Professor & Education Enterprise Associate

Theoharis Theoharides

Executive Director, Center of Excellence for Neuroinflammation Research, NSU

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