"Accountant II - 527868"

Job Summary:

The Accountant II prepares, reconciles, and audits budgets. Prepares financial reports, invoices, schedules, and/or statements. Completes journal entries. Reviews, analyzes, and approves expenditures. Determines fund balances. Ensures compliance with applicable laws, University policies, and procedures. Provides guidance and trains entry-level accountants.

Additional Department Summary:

Assists the Director of Gifts and Records Management in providing accounting support for the fundraising efforts of The University of Alabama. The position performs quality control procedures related to gift recording, receipting, and reporting practices, prepares and distributes fundraising reports, performs analysis of delinquent pledges, uses Banner Finance extensively to reconcile gift funds and complete journal entries. The position serves as a liaison with donors and University constituents regarding gifts and giving inquires and excellent communication skills are essential.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, business, or related financial field and two (2) years of accounting experience; OR Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

Skills and Knowledge:

Time management skills is a must and the ability to prioritize deliverables. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to work additional hours as necessary to get the job done. Microsoft Excel. Most possess very strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Customer service background.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Accounting or Finance with at least 3 years of accounting experience. University and Fundraising experience. Ability to work well with interruptions, ability to cope with stressful situations, ability to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, professional judgment, versatility, and demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation and directional initiative. A CPA license is preferred.