Fixed Asset/Foundation Accountant

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title

Fixed Asset/Foundation Accountant

Department

Comptroller - General Accounting

Compensation Title

Accountant, Fixed Asset/Foundation

Position Number

30027401

Position Status

Regular

Work Schedule

8:15 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Mon – Fri

Hours per Week

37.5

Months per Year

Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of this position is to deliver a diverse range of professional accounting services to both NKU and the NKU Foundation. These services encompass transaction processing, meticulous financial account reconciliation, in-depth account analysis and reporting and fixed asset accounting.

These critical functions cater to the needs of both internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, this position assumes backup responsibilities for specific duties within the University and Foundation during absences, ensuring seamless operational continuity.

What You’ll Gain in This Role

Practical experience with higher education and nonprofit accounting
Hands‑on exposure to enterprise financial systems ( SAP or similar)
Experience supporting audits and financial reporting
Strong foundation in reconciliation, internal controls, and compliance
Opportunities to work closely with experienced accounting professionals

Primary Responsibilities

Prepare and record journal entries and assist with monthly account reconciliations
Support tracking and recording of University equipment and capital assets, including coordinating inventory and tagging
Help review purchasing and financial activity to ensure accurate accounting and policy compliance
Assist with monthly reconciliations between financial systems and related databases, researching and resolving differences
Respond to routine accounting questions from campus departments and help prepare standard reports
Support annual inventory verification and maintain required records
Review and analyze purchasing card transactions for proper coding and compliance, following up as needed
Assist with month‑end and year‑end close activities, including audit preparation
Work collaboratively with senior accountants to extract data and support internal and external reporting
Provide general support to campus users in resolving basic account and transaction issues
Perform other related duties that support the financial operations of the University Foundation

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis functions
Ability to learn financial systems and work effectively in a collaborative environment

Preferred (but not required)

Internship, part‑time, or entry‑level experience in accounting, finance, or auditing
Coursework or exposure to accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Workday or similar enterprise systems)

Fixed Asset/Foundation Accountant

Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights, KY, USA