Accountant, Senior Position Available In Davidson, Tennessee

Accountant, Senior
Nashville, TN, United States

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary:

The Senior Accountant is part of the finance and accounting team supporting all departments within Division of Administration; responsible for the day-to-day business operations. This position is responsible for approving all purchase requisitions, performing various complex financial analysis and is expected to perform with a high attention to detail. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Finance; the Senior Accountant is expected to interact with other Financial Unit Managers (FUM), central finance representatives and professional peers on a frequent basis to help facilitate process changes and resolve transaction issues. The Senior Accountant will review and approve all expense transactions, indirectly give direction to procurement requestors, prepare month end general ledger analysis, prepare accounts receivable uploads, prepare sales taxes, prepare all intercompany entries, oversee the department’s purchasing card program, assist in preparing quarterly forecasts, operating budgets, monthly headcount reconciliations, monthly cost/revenue forecasts and reconciliations. In addition, the Senior Accountant requires a deep understanding of accounting concepts, theories, practices, and terminology. About the

Work Unit:

The Division of Administration sits at the heart of Vanderbilt’s daily operations, working across the university to ensure our campus functions with care, precision, and purpose. Through diverse departments and initiatives like Auxiliary Services, Public Safety, Office of Equal Access, Dialogue Vanderbilt, and Vanderbilt University

• New York City, we support the people who make Vanderbilt extraordinary.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:

Provide information monthly to the Senior Director, Finance concerning expenditures, reimbursements, and balances for operating budgets. Flag unusual fluctuations and alert management of concerns.
Perform multiple accounting transactions to accurately record deferred revenue, inventory, prepaid expenses, meal plan allocations, tax, and other business activity for multiple DofA departments. This includes

• but is not limited to
• preparing entries such as accounts receivables, cash management, credit card reconciliations, internal billings, intracompany transfers, journal entries, and month-end reconciliations.
  Reconcile accounting transactions against external source systems to ensure accuracy of records and resolve discrepancies where needed.
  Prepare applicable tax reports and summaries including
• but not limited to
• sales, business, property, and liquor-by-the-drink taxes, and unrelated business income tax.

Serve as Financial Unit Manager for various DofA departments, which includes reviewing and approving expense reports, budgetary responsibility, and approval authority for purchases up to $10,000.
Maintain the division’s accounting records and provide information regularly to upper management regarding expenditures, reimbursements, balances for operating budgets, and any unusual fluctuations or concerns.
Perform monthly review of accounting reports to ensure entries are accurate and all business activities are submitted timely.
Prepare ad hoc financial reports and participate in special projects as needed.
Lead, cross train, and serve as a resource for DofA accounting team members.

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility; this position reports administratively and functionally to Senior Director, Finance. Education and Certifications
A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• or relevant equivalent combination of education, military experience, and skills
• is required.

A Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting is preferred.

Experience and Skills:

Necessary:

4+ years of accounting experience. Knowledge of accounting principles and general ledger.
Skill in Excel and Word applications is necessary.
Time management skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.

Preferred:

6+ years of accounting experience.
Experience with tax reporting.
Prior experience with Oracle ERP.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people, understanding their needs and goals.
Ability to work co-operatively with others as part of a team, as opposed to working separately or competitively.
Openness to change, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively in a variety of situations, with individuals or groups.
Key Characteristics of a Successful Team Member in this

Unit:

Analytical & Detail-Oriented

• Accurately assesses information and applies applicable law, policy and procedure. Considers the long-term implications of actions today and advises employees appropriately. Even small mistakes can create big issues; attention to detail work indicates care about the outcomes.
  Autonomous
• Self-managing; self-motivated. Manages time, activities and outcomes well so that progress stays on track. Cleans up after themselves.
  Hard-Working
• Is industrious as well as efficient (busy isn’t the same as productive). Can juggle multiple competing priorities simultaneously without becoming overwhelmed. Helpful Nature
• Offers to help lighten the load for others in times of need. Volunteers rather than waiting to be asked. Understands that almost no one works in a silo and needs the help of others to do their job well; recognizes that by helping others first, others will likely reciprocate. Naturally Communicates
• Readily shares information and is comfortable working within a highly collaborative team.

Understands that open, proactive communication and the sharing of knowledge is fundamental to the success of the team.

ABOUT US

At Vanderbilt University , our work

• regardless of title or role
• is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis.

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.
We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.
Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

JOB INFO

Job Identification
10006985
Job Category
Financial Operations
Posting Date
06/12/2025, 09:03 AM
Locations
Nashville, TN, United States
Job Schedule
Full time