University at Albany · 21 hours ago
Staff Accountant - Finance & Administration
Albany, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$57K/yr - $60K/yr
3+ years expThe University at Albany is an educational institution seeking a Staff Accountant to provide support in managing various accounting and auditing functions. This role involves tracking and reconciling financial transactions, assisting with financial reporting, and supervising office assistants.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Prepare and post General Ledger and standard journal entries flowing to the ending trial balance, ensuring compliance with accounting standards
Prepare and submit inter-agency and intra-agency journal transfers to the Office of the State Comptroller/University Controller, ensuring correct coding and backup
Prepare and process journal vouchers, verifying eligibility and proper documentation
Daily, bi-weekly, monthly, and quarterly account reconciliations including disbursements and receipts, accounts receivable, affiliated organization transactions and due-to/due-from, revenue summaries, outstanding checks, and IFR daily collections
Prepare and process revenue distributions and transfers
Monitor, adjust, and report on activity in multiple accounts including collection fund, suspense accounts, TAP and Federal Aid receipts, and holding account
Post cash sheets, check register, manual checks, refunds, and daily receivables batch file
Assist in preparation of quarterly SUNY reporting, including various adjusting entries, breaking out receivables held at campus from collection agencies, and uploading ending trial balance, ensuring accuracy in statewide reporting
Prepare the Bank Balance Report, summarizing daily and monthly bank activity and reconciling it to internal accounting records
Assist department leadership with monthly revenue reporting, compiling data, verifying documentation, and preparing reconciliations
Assist senior accountants with the Campus Financial Reporting Package
Prepare bi-weekly revenue distribution reports and transfer reports, ensuring all revenue is allocated to the correct accounts, and confirming accuracy
Assist senior accountants with internal and external audits to gather documentation, respond to requests, and verify accuracy of supporting records
Lead and manage direct reports/team providing guidance, support, and performance feedback to assure goals, programs, activities, and personnel practices are consistent with and contribute to the University's mission
Lead employees for maximum performance and dedication, fostering a positive and productive work environment
Complete performance management feedback and goals timely and per requirements, offering constructive feedback and developing improvement plans
Other reasonable duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associates in accounting or related business degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization
At least 1 year relevant experience in a business office
Advanced Excel skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet tight deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with diverse stakeholders
Comprehensive understanding of general ledger accounting
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role
Preferred
3 to 5 years of experience in an accounting office, preferably with SUNY or State/Government setting
Bachelors degree in Accounting or related business field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization
Company
University at Albany
University at Albany is a research university and an environment designs. It is a sub-organization of The State University of New York.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.05MKey Investors
FuzeHub
2022-04-13Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
David J. Baxley
CEO & Serial Entrereneur
Kevin O'Connor
President & CEO
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