Professional Accountant 1

About the Role

Supports the goals and objectives of the Office of the Controller by assisting with accounts receivable collections. Prepares reconciliations, analyzes balances, and researches financial data discrepancies. Prepares journal entries as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains customer accounts and ensures they are up-to-date.
• Assists billing specialists with the Accounts Receivables module in PeopleSoft.
• Responsible for reviewing and posting deposits.
• Prepares reconciliations of accounts and sub-ledgers, journal entries, supporting schedules, and other work papers.
• Analyzes balances and researches discrepancies in financial data as they relate to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Assists with journal entry and reconciliation preparation and variance analysis for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Provides supporting documentation for internal and state audit requests.
• Works with the University community and outside constituents to develop and implement strategies, procedures, and processes based on best practices to improve customer service standards.
• Responds to and resolves issues efficiently and effectively.
• Serves as a liaison between the Office of the Controller and the University community.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business field with a minimum of 6 credits in Accounting.
• OR four (4) years of appropriate experience, including one (1) year of accounting-related experience.
• OR an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.
• Experience with PeopleSoft or similar ERP/GL system is a plus.
• Understanding of Accounts Receivable (AR) cycle.
• Strong working knowledge of Excel.

Working Conditions

• Required to spend 50% or more of time operating a computer.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Advertised Salary

$50,000 - $55,000

Work Schedule

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM