Senior Accountant

Title Senior Accountant

VP Area Administration & Finance - UMW

Department Finance

Campus Location Main Campus

Advertised Range 49249 - 51043 A final salary offer will be determined by the selected candidates qualifications and is not is not negotiable beyond what is advertised.

Job Summary

Basic Functions

The University of Mary Washington has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Accountant. This position supports the financial operations of the institution by independently performing complex accounting and reconciliation functions in accordance with institutional policies state and federal regulations and generally accepted accounting principles GAAP. The role prepares and maintains advanced Excel-based cost distribution tools analyzes financial transactions for accuracy and compliance and completes monthly cost distributions and uploads to automated accounting system. The position researches and resolves discrepancies prepares correcting entries internal transfers and budget adjustments and ensures the integrity of financial data through detailed review and reconciliation. Responsibilities include reconciling bank accounts and payment systems preparing required tax filings managing Due Diligence reporting and responding to departmental inquiries related to expenses and revenues. The role collaborates closely with accounting finance budget and purchasing offices delivering accurate and timely financial services to support the Universitys mission and campus community.

This position is designated as a Quasi-Full-Time 30 hoursweek classified position.

Required KSAs

Competencies

Qualifications

Strong computer proficiency with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.

Thorough knowledge of general accounting principles and practices exceptional attention to detail and well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to independently analyze complex financial transactions.

Ability toperform detailed research reconcile accounts and identify investigate and resolve financial discrepancies including those related to bank payment and credit card reconciliations. Working knowledge of business operations.

Strong time management and organizational skills to effectively prioritize workload and meet established deadlines. Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate clearly and professionallywith other campus offices.

Strong internal and external customer service skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Ability to maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.

Required Experience

Experience in general accounting.

Demonstrated experience using automated accounting systems and maintaining accurate general ledgers.

Required Education

NA

Required Licensure

NA

Additional Considerations

Education Bachelors degree from an accredited collegeuniversity in Accounting or related business field or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Experience Experience in higher education. Systems experience in BANNER Cardinal WORKS eVA.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application andor résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. To be considered for this position a state application must be received through the online employment system athttpsjobs.umw.edu. Mailed emailed faxed or hand-delivered applications or resumes will not be accepted. Excluding current UMW employees selected candidates must successfully pass a criminal history background check. Employment verification will be conducted to include currentprevious supervisory employment reference checks. Other financial credit driving background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. For more information please visit httpethics.dls.virginia.gov. The University of Mary Washington adheres to the principle of equal opportunity. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation parental status including pregnancy national origin age disability family medical history or genetic information political affiliation military service or other non-merit based factors