University of Oregon Foundation · 17 hours ago
Accountant
Eugene,OR,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of Oregon Foundation is seeking an Accountant to provide accounting expertise supporting the Financial Services department. This role involves fund management, gift and contributions accounting, and reporting, while also serving as the primary contact for customer requests related to research and reporting.
EducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Prepare and review moderately complex journal entries and perform monthly reconciliations
Prepare and review reconciliations to include bank reconciliation
Independently process gift revenue, donor restrictions, and fund-level transactions
Prepare fund, department, and program-level financial reports
Collaborate with Gifts and Records team to reconcile donor database and accounting system
Trust accounting
Assist with investment accounting to include entries, reconciliation, and reporting
Primary contact to triage requests for research and ad-hoc reporting
Support payroll processes and assist with accounting and payroll filings
Assist with monthly, quarterly, annual financial reporting
Support compliance with ASC 958, ASC 820, and restricted fund requirements
Prepare assigned schedules and documentation for annual audit & tax activities
Maintain internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting policy
Identify discrepancies and recommend process improvements
Participate in projects
Participate in on-going training, education and staff meetings
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or a related field preferred
Minimum three (3) years of professional accounting experience
Working knowledge of GAAP and nonprofit accounting fundamentals
Strong reconciliation and core accounting skills
Strong research and analysis skills
Demonstrated capability in the preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and the interpretation of financial data
Provide excellent customer service
Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel, and the ability to adapt to new processes and systems
Proficiency in accounting software and tools
Ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities
Ability to manage workload with limited oversight
Ability to interpret and present data to varied audiences
Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion
Excellent communication and critical thinking skills
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
High attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
Preferred
Experience in nonprofit, higher education, or foundation accounting
Exposure to endowment or investment accounting
Familiarity with donor databases and ERP accounting systems
CPA license
Company
University of Oregon Foundation
University of Oregon Foundation is a nonprofit corporation responsible for administering private gifts made to the University's mission.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Paul Weinhold
President/CEO
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