Thomas Jefferson University · 1 day ago
Accounting Manager
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expThomas Jefferson University is a nationally ranked institution dedicated to reimagining health care and higher education. The Accounting Manager will oversee all accounting activities related to fixed assets, ensure accurate financial reporting, and supervise a small team while acting as a liaison between various departments.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the direction, management, accuracy and completeness of all fixed assets and lease administration activities on the general ledger
Develop strong internal controls and integration of a wide range of complex financial service functions and activities for fixed assets and lease administration
Supervise a staff of two and act as a liaison between the Accounting and Treasury departments
Acts as a liaison between the Accounting, Capital and Budget, Facilities Management, Sponsored Programs and Academic departments
Work with the head of facilities and other project managers to ensure projects are placed in service upon completion of a project
Maintain and update procedures for fixed asset accounting and ensure they are accounted for according to the fixed asset policy with regards to asset class, useful life, depreciation method and capitalization thresholds
Manage the annual review of fixed asset to determine if any disposals or transfers are needed
Coordinate and review the fixed asset roll forward and provide listing of additions and disposals
Provide ad hoc reporting to various requests for listings of assets and their net book value by location, or asset type, etc
Reviews reconciliations of general ledger accounts for multiple divisions and oversee the preparation of journal entries as it relates to fixed assets and lease administration
Responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all work produced by general accounting personnel in the areas of investments and debt in accordance with current General Accounting Principles (GAAP) guidelines
Respond to audit inquiries in a timely manner; as required, work with auditors to confirm bank balances as of a certain date
Provide expertise and support for testing and implementing systems and/or process changes to support increased efficiencies
Assist in developing and implementing policies, and controls
Build strong relationships and work cross-functionally with other finance functions to ensure a smooth and timely monthly close
Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson
Qualification
Required
Degree in Accounting
Minimum 10 years of Accounting and Finance experience
Strong US GAAP accounting skills
Strong leadership, supervisory, decision making and technical skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred
Fixed Assets and Lease Administration Accounting experience is a plus
Benefits
Medical (including prescription)
Supplemental insurance
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits
Company
Thomas Jefferson University
Thomas Jefferson University is a university and healthcare system that offers academic programs in business, healthcare, and engineering.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.46MKey Investors
Foundation for Opioid Response EffortsAARPKnow Diabetes by Heart
2025-07-30Grant· $0.46M
2022-06-29Grant
2021-04-01Grant
Leadership Team
Bruce Meyer
Senior Executive VP, Thomas Jefferson University and Chief Physician Executive
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