Finance and Accounting Analyst Senior Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

Job ID55671
Location
Columbia
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Hiring Department
Finance Administration
Job Description
The Campus Finance and Business Services team is seeking a qualified applicant to provide financial analysis and accounting guidance to support the University of Missouri-Columbia campus fiscal staff. We understand the financial data to take a new perspective on existing solutions as needed to support the Vice Chancellor Finance. A successful candidate for this position must understand financial accounting to effectively gather and evaluate financial data, assess compliance with accounting standards, then summarize findings and recommendations to communicate to various audiences within the campus. They must be self-motivated, inquisitive, and proactively solve problems with little oversight. Effective communication and interpersonal skills including tact, courtesy, and cooperative attitude are key in this position as we collaborate with others daily.
Key Responsibilities include:

• Policy, internal control, general ledger software, and GASB accounting guidance to division fiscal staff.
• Research and analyze both routine to complex financial data to support the Campus Finance and Business Services mission.
• Assist divisions with establishing and maintaining accounting structures following fund accounting and University guidance.
• Complete various balance sheet reconciliations throughout the fiscal year with ability to make informed judgments and recommendations, including recommendations for improvements or efficiencies.
• Perform tasks necessary for fiscal year end closing at the division and campus level for financial statement certification.

Shift
Monday-Friday 40hrs/wk 8a-5p; flexible/hybrid schedule subject to work season & meeting customer service needs
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Accounting or other business related areas. Experience with cost accounting, auditing, or analysis of financial data preferred.
Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range:

$51,875.20

• $75,000.

00

Grade:

GGS-10

University Title:

Senior Finance and Accounting Analyst
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Application Materials
Complete online application; submit resume
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short

• and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.