Monitor cash balances and report irregularities or unusual
transactions.
General Ledger Maintenance
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Perform account reconciliations and resolve
discrepancies.
- Ensure accuracy of financial records and compliance with
GAAP.
Month-End and Year-End Closing
- Assist in the preparation and execution of monthly, quarterly,
and annual closings.
- Generate and analyze trial balances and financial
reports.
- Support audit preparation by providing schedules and
documentation.
Accounts Payable and Receivable Support
- Review and process vendor invoices and employee
reimbursements.
- Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding
receivables.
- Ensure accurate coding and timely payment of liabilities.
Financial Reporting
- Prepare internal and external financial reports, including ad
hoc analysis as requested.
Other Functions :
- Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as
situation dictates.
- Continues professional development and training; keeps current
with trends.
- Assists other department staff as needed to promote a team
effort.
- Conducts all work in a safe manner and all work safety
practices are followed.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill :
- Demonstrated commitment to developing and fostering best
practices and policies to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion,
and build an environment in which all members of the University
community are treated with respect and dignity.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including
knowledge of proper phone etiquette.
- Strong customer service skills, along with the ability to
effectively interact with a diverse population of students,
faculty, staff, and vendors.
- Must be able to work independently and as a team member.
- Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to
prioritize tasks and multi-task.
- Must be an excellent problem solver, exercise good judgment and
continuously improve office procedures.
- Tact, diplomacy, professional demeanor, and a high degree of
confidentiality are a must at all times and especially during busy
periods and stressful situations.
- Ability to follow up on pending issues.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
Qualifications
Minimum Required Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a specific emphasis on
advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Working knowledge of GAAP.
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills.
- Preferred – 2+years of accounting experience.
Physical and Mental Requirements :
Work Environment
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Outdoor Weather Conditions
X
Work with fumes or airborne particles
X
Work near moving mechanical parts
X
Risk of electrical shock
X
Vibration
X
Physical Activity
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Standing
X
Walking
X
Sitting
X
Talking & Hearing
X
Using hands/fingers to handle/feel
X
Climbing or balancing
X
Bending, pulling, pushing
X
Driving
X
Lifting Requirements
None
Under 1/3
1/3 to 2/3
Over 2/3
Up to 10 pounds
X
Up to 25 pounds
X
Up to 50 pounds
X
Up to 75 pounds
X
Up to 100 pounds
X
Over 100 pounds
X
Vision requirements (Especially relevant if driving is
required by the job)
___ Close vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 inches or less)
___ Distance vision (i.e. clear vision at 20 feet or more)
___ Color vision (i.e. ability to identify and distinguish
colors)
___ Peripheral vision (i.e. ability to observe an area that can be
seen up and down or left and right while the eyes are fixed on a
given point)
___ Depth perception (i.e. three-dimensional vision, ability to
judge distances and spatial relationships)
_X_ No special vision requirements
Full-Time Employee Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- 401k employer match
- Employee & dependent life insurance
- Great tuition benefits for employee, spouse &
dependents
- PTO program
- Flexible work schedules / work from home opportunities
(This job description does not constitute an employment
agreement between The University of Bridgeport and employee. It is
used as a guide for personnel actions and is subject to change by
the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the
job change.)
The University of Bridgeport provides equal employment
opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age,
disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status
as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state,
and local laws. The University of Bridgeport complies with
applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in
employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,
including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence,
compensation, and training.
