Accountant II

Job Summary

Performs accounting and/or auditing duties and assists higher level accountants with general accounting work to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of a unit's financial transactions. May specialize in a specific field of accounting such as payroll, cash management, accounts payables/receivables, data control, and/or related fields.

Job Description

• Develops, organizes, prepares and updates moderately complex financial statements, journals, accounts, ledgers and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions.
• Analyzes financial reports, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates and recommends solutions as needed.
• Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity.
• Audits reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, reports, and prepares working papers.
• Provides budget information and projections based on existing data and established policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Support financial operations for central IT, including telecommunications, network services, infrastructure, academic computing, applications, and security.
• Process and track financial activity for IT projects, software, hardware, contracts, and vendor services.
• Manage purchase requisitions and invoices across multiple IT cost centers.
• Track IT contracts, renewals, and service agreements, including costs and timelines.
• Prepare financial reports and summaries for leadership on spending, commitments, and balances.
• Assist with budget preparation, projections, and monthly reconciliations.
• Support audits, maintain documentation, and recommend process improvements.
• Handle sensitive financial and contract information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting, finance, or fiscal operations within higher education, IT, or a large, decentralized organization.
• Experience working in large ERP systems such as Workday or similar enterprise platforms.
• Familiarity with automated financial systems, procurement platforms, and budget reporting tools.
• Experience supporting multiple funding sources, including operating, capital, grants, or auxiliary accounts.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and comfort working with both technical and non-technical staff.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and financial reporting tools.

Submit a resume and cover letter outlining relevant accounting experience and interest in supporting a complex IT organization.

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

Relevant experience | 3 Years | Required

Compensation

$51,604.80 - $77,396.80