"Senior Accountant"

Senior Accountant

Company: Mayville State University

Job Location: Mayville, 58257

Category: Business and Financial Services

Type: Full-Time

Job ID: 2957094

Location: Mayville

Department: Business Office

Position Description & Details

Job Title: Senior Accountant

Location: Mayville State University, Mayville, ND

Compensation: Hiring Range: $62,781.12 - $75,337.34 and will commensurate with level of experience

Benefits: Includes: single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave. Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

Who can apply: Internal/external candidates eligible to work in the United States. Mayville State University will not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

FLSA: Exempt

Recruitment: Internal and External

Start date: June 2025

Position Information: The Senior Accountant plays a critical role in supporting the University's financial integrity by assisting in the preparation of financial statements, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and overseeing various accounting functions. Mayville is seeking a highly motivated and self-driven individual that has a strong understanding of accounting principles with a minimum of four years of relevant experience. The Senior Accountant must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to collaboratively work within a team environment.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and with students, faculty, staff, and community members with diverse backgrounds.
• Efficient use of Microsoft Office software
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA or MBA

Applicants must submit the following materials to be considered fully:

1. A letter of application
2. A current resume/CV
3. Three professional references

Application review will begin May 27, 2025, and will continue until filled.

MaSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity. ND veteran's preference laws apply to this position. Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability. The state of North Dakota has an open records law; therefore, your application could be subject to review upon request. A criminal history background check must be satisfied prior to employment.

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