Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Company:

Liberty University

Job Location:

Lynchburg, 24502

Category:

Business and Financial Services

Type:

Full-Time

Job Number: R0010618

Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Assists in the preparation of Statements of Financial Position, Statement of Activities, Statement of Cash Flows and other financial reports. Performs intermediate to advanced range of account analysis and reconciliations. Participates in the closing processes and in the preparation and review of schedules prepared for external audits. Coaches and mentors staff accountants. Reports to Manager of Accounting. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Intermediate to advanced range of account analysis and reconciliations
• Month and Year end closing process and audits, along with monitoring and review of PBC's for audits
• Create and establish accounting systems, procedures, and accounting controls
• Apply advanced knowledge of GAAP and Financial Accounting Standards, practices and procedures; assist in implementing new standards
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel including advanced features along with solid experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

* May be requested to supervise the work of other accountants on specific projects.

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA License
• Higher Education experience preferred
• Banner experience preferred
• Fluent in Spanish or American Sign Language

Minimum Qualifications: Tier I

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and either Masters in a business discipline or a CPA license
• 5+ years accounting experience or 3+ years public accounting experience
• Extensive accounting, analytical and problem solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Team player, excellent customer service skills
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Coach and mentor those in Staff Accounting roles
• Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
• Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan
• Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i))

Minimum Qualifications: Tier II

• Masters in Accounting or a CPA license
• 5+ years accounting experience or 3+ years public accounting experience including at least 2 years in a role with advanced responsibilities
• Extensive accounting, analytical and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated experience leading components of month-end close or financial statement preparation
• Ability to support internal and external audits with minimal oversight
• Previous experience in higher education or nonprofit fund accounting
• Team player, excellent customer service skills
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Coach and mentor those in Staff Accounting roles
• Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
• Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan
• Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i))

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information.
• Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates.
• Display self-motivation and multi-tasking skills
• Possess excellent listening and discerning skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Frequently required to sit for extended periods of time to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building
• Occasionally required to handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business
• Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements

If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee's position.

Time Type

Full time

Location

Onsite