"Senior Staff Accountant"

Job Details

Job Title Senior Staff Accountant Department General Accounting Worker Type Regular Pay Type Salary Position Salary Minimum $70,000.00 Position Salary Maximum $83,500.00 *Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.* Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefit Eligible Yes Screening Date 2026-03-09 Job Description Summary Provides accounting services as a member of General Accounting Job Description DESCRIPTION: Provides accounting services as a part of General Accounting related, but not limited to, accounts receivable, auxiliaries, leases, and workshops. Prepares journal entries and various financial reports for the University. Actively involved in the monthly and year-end close of the general ledger and corresponding audit. Prepares accurate and timely general ledger account reconciliations each month. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform monthly and year-end close of the general ledger. Create, record, and approve various journal entries. Work closely with representatives from Shared Services and Auxiliaries to maintain financial records. Responsible for the Workday set up related to various business units. Prepare year-end audit workpapers and financial statements for the University. Responsible for accounting related to assigned GASB pronouncements or other accounting guidance. Responsible for monthly reconciliations, including, but not limited to, accounts receivable, auxiliaries, leases, and workshops. Monitor and respond to various stakeholders using the General Accounting mailbox. Monitor completion of the NCAA audit workpapers. Responsible for completion of state regulatory reporting. Escrow accounting. Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Financial Reporting & Compliance or the Chief Accounting Officer. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five or more years of experience as an accountant outside of public accounting or two or more years of experience in public accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/ or general business.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business with an Accounting major is strongly preferred
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Master's degree in a business field (MBA, MTax, or MAcc)
• Experience with fund accounting in a university or similar environment

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Requires a strong proficiency with PC-based software including an advanced proficiency with Excel and experience with other analytical tools.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), analytical, time management, and organizational skills are required.
• Knowledge of GAAP and the accrual basis of accounting are required.
• Requires the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience with ERP software is required.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Experience with Workday and Google applications preferred.
• Working knowledge of GASB and FASB pronouncements preferred.

Additional Position Information (if applicable) This position allows for a hybrid work schedule, which means candidates, after hire, must live within a commutable distance of Oxford, OH (the Tri-State area) in order to fulfill some job duties on campus. This position is NOT approved for a fully remote work arrangement. An original cover letter and resume must be submitted for consideration. Required Application Documents cover letter and resume Special Instructions (if applicable) An original cover letter and resume must be submitted for consideration.