Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent experience is strongly preferred., Minimum of 3 years of professional accounting experience., Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are required., Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with SAAS software and financial management is essential..

Key responsibilities:

Conduct complex analysis of financial data related to property, plant, and equipment.

Prepare monthly journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations.

Review and approve fixed asset transactions in the general ledger system.

Maintain fixed asset data and ensure compliance with accounting principles.

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

Remote Work - New York, Albany, New York, United States of America, 12224

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Department:

100075 Financial Reporting

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 109

Compensation Range:

$55,955.00 - $78,336.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE
Conducts specialized and highly complex analysis of financial data for property, plant and equipment in support of the various University Finance functions. Identify and research material variances by working with personnel across the consolidated University system. Reviews and evaluates University accounting policies and procedures for efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) in relation to fixed assets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prepare complex monthly journal entries, general ledger account reconciliations and ad-hoc analyses for the property, plant, and equipment area.
Run depreciation within Workday Business Assets.
Review and approve fixed asset transactions within the University’s general ledger system.
Prepares account reconciliations and analyses necessary to ascertain integrity of accounting data, account balances and timeliness of reporting.
Maintains fixed asset data within Workday Business Assets and UR Space.
Makes day-to-day interpretations and decisions on the accounting treatment of financial transactions

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Accounting (strongly preferred) or equivalent combination of education and experience
3 years of professional accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Financial Experience in University or Academic Medical Center
Excellent analytical, organizational, communication skills and attention to detail required. Strong Microsoft Office skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment within tight deadlines.
SAAS Software, Cloud Computing, Financial Management

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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