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Accountant 3

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Position Overview:

Prepares, analyzes, and reviews financial statements for completeness, accuracy, and compliance using accounting principles; Applies generally accepted accounting principles and procedures in working with specialized accounting records and reports. Assembles and analyzes data and transactions, prepares statements and reports relating to an assigned area of responsibility. Prepares reports such as balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other documents that project the organization's financial position. Readies and maintains financial and business transactions, applying accounting principles that include work that is analytical, evaluative, and advisory in nature and that requires an understanding of both accounting theory and practice. Oversees accounting operations, or a complex segment of the accounting function. Coordinates accounting matters with other departments. Performs work under general supervision. Handles moderately complex issues and problems, and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. May provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. Utilizes knowledge of the fundamental doctrines, theories, principles, and terminology of accountancy, and often entails some understanding of such related fields as business law, statistics, and general management. Analyzes the effects of transactions upon account relationships, evaluates alternative means of treating transactions, and plans the manner in which account structures should be developed or modified. Ensures the adequacy of the accounting system as the basis for reporting to management, considers the need for new or changed controls, and interprets the meaning of accounting records, reports, and statements. Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems. Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

Prepares journal entries, allocations and reconciliations of general ledger and subsidiary ledgers; prepares financial reports, including but not limited to FISAP, SRA6, Indirect Cost and NCAA. Distributes to management for informational, auditing and operational use.

Excellent analytical skill for reviewing transactions and tracking processes from beginning to end. Reconciles expenditure and revenue accounts, including trustee accounts, and investment reports. Maintains cash transfers and deposits and reconciles monthly bank statements.

Serves as the primary back up for payroll posting to the general ledger and second level approver for bank transactions.

Assist with preparation of audit schedules for external auditors and acts as a liaison between the University and auditors.

Primary contact for KUCO Foundation audit, schedule preparation and audit liaison.

Tracks and records 990T information. Prepares work papers for tax firm.

Has a general understanding of the preparation of the annual budgets, and proper recording of investment activity, gifts, receipts, payments and cash transfers.

Provides information to faculty, staff, students, and individuals or organizations outside of the university; explains accounting transactions; resolves accounting issues and discrepancies.

Has a thorough knowledge of the following: generally accepted accounting practices and principles; governmental accounting practices and procedures and fund accounting; computer applications related to the work; standard office practices and procedures; reconciling accounts, records, reports and journals.

Maintains awareness of business trends.

Works with a high degree of independence, accuracy and attention to detail in performing accounting and financial activities.

Ability to review and verify accuracy of data.

Organizes own work, sets priorities and meets critical deadlines.

High degree of communication skills, particularly attuned to working well with non-finance professionals. Collaborates and coordinates with accounting staff to ensure functions are covered and deadlines are met.

Understands the need for maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information

Job Level:

Scope & Impact: This senior-level position provides oversight for a group of employees working in a particular work area/project or serves as the senior-most expert responsible for performing tasks or advising within a particular work area. In a team lead capacity, this position does not have full formal supervisory authority for staff assigned; however, in order to complete assignments, the team leader must be able to schedule and control the daily working arrangements for that group of employees. The results of actions and decisions may have a significant impact on substantial segments of University operations.

Communication & Interaction : Interacts with key stakeholders across various levels of University and outside public while handling difficult and complex situations with tact and diplomacy. Interprets instructions and policies and communicates guidelines for project and service delivery. 

Effective Knowledge: Applies functional area expertise to solve unusual problems or resolve challenges for which no precedent exists. Demonstrates skill at coordinating and organizing resources to achieve operational outcomes for a work unit.

Problem Solving & Judgement : Identifies and resolves issues while using judgment to escalate where appropriate. Anticipates potential problems and recommends solutions. Reviews work quality and makes suggestions for improvement while coaching employees to improve performance. Provides input to management during interviews and selection, work assignment and review, performance appraisals, and other personnel actions. Supports staff orientation and training.

Budget Authority: Provides input into budget development and may be responsible for monitoring/adhering to budget. May have limited signature authority for purchases or payroll within a work area. May be required to approve time sheets.

Policy & Procedure Authority: Primarily responsible for monitoring performance and policy compliance. May make recommendations regarding process and procedure change.

Supervisory & Team Leadership Responsibilities : The primary duty of this role is the planning and scheduling of work and coordination of service delivery. This role may act as a team lead or oversee individual contributors and support staff.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in job related field plus 6+ years of relevant experience or 10+ years of equivalent work experience, that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts. Requires the application of expertise in a chosen field to achieve results.

Qualifications Preferred:

Bachelors or Masters in Accounting plus 6 years work experience in related field. CPA

Will this employee supervise others?

No.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Company

University of Central Oklahoma.

With strong connections throughout the Oklahoma City metro, the University of Central Oklahoma is dedicated to developing in students the confidence to succeed through transformative learning experiences. Central prides itself as a smart investment for success, preparing future leaders in an opportunity-rich environment, with access to more than 200 student organizations and the internship, employment, entertainment and cultural offerings of the rapidly growing Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Founded in 1890 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Central connects its nearly 14,000 students to unmatched value found in 118 undergraduate areas of study and 83 graduate programs from its main campus in Edmond and facilities throughout the metro area.

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