Georgetown University
Property Accounting Analyst - General Accounting Office
Georgetown University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Property Accounting Analyst - General Accounting Office
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Georgetown University Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
Requirements
The General Accounting Office (GAO) bears the responsibility to accurately report and timely provide meaningful financial information and advice to the University community to support management decision-making, and to demonstrate fiscal responsibility and accountability and regulatory compliance to the University's various constituents, both internally and externally. The Office promotes the efficient use and stewardship of University resources and compliance with laws, regulations and reporting requirements through technical financial and analytical skills, and expertise in accounting knowledge.
Responsibilities
The
Property Accounting Analyst
(the Analyst) contribution to GAO is through the support of the Financial Accounting Manager in carrying out various financial accounting responsibilities in the areas of Property Plant & Equipment (PP&E), Cash & Cash Equivalents, and assigned other balance sheet accounts reviews. The Analyst is responsible for accounting activities relating to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.The Analyst role is very pivotal to the overall success of the team and requires flexibility in handling various tasks across the department. Additional duties include, but are not limited to:
Assist with the accounting process of the University’s fixed assets in compliance with US GAAP, University, and other guidelines, identifying depreciable assets, tagging the assets, and recording them in the fixed assets subsidiary ledger (GMS Business Asset Platform) for calculation of monthly depreciation expense. Assist in recording depreciation expenses and other fixed asset-related entry adjustments, reconciling fixed asset subsidiary ledgers to the GL monthly, ensuring all asset disposals are appropriately accounted for, preparing audit schedules and resolving audit issues identified by external auditors, ensuring strict compliance with University and other guidelines. Provide supporting schedules to the tax department as requested and conduct bi-annual, annual, and quarterly physical inventory counts of fixed assets, helping to coordinate with the Sponsored Accounting Office in inventorying sponsored equipment and conducting analyses related to fixed assets as requested by management. Quarterly, provide a list of equipment to property administrators in each area of the University for review and confirmation and/or revision of the records as appropriate. Under supervision by the Financial Accounting Manager, will help ensure internal controls over fixed assets reporting by reviewing the GMS Business Asset Platform data to ensure accuracy. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and related certifications of assigned cash accounts, research and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner, and prepare journal entries in compliance with GAAP guidelines, ensuring adherence to internal controls by authenticating journal entries and reconciliations with proper documentation and approvals. Manage the petty cash process which entails working with colleagues across the campus community to replenish/close accounts as well as drive the annual confirmation process, reconciling assigned prepaid expense and deferred revenue accounts to support financial statements. Assist in the completion of the University’s financial statements including the preparation of adjusting entries, footnotes and supporting schedules, working very closely with the Financial Accounting Manager to evaluate systems and procedures and suggest changes to improve productivity and enhance systems.
Work Interactions
The Analyst reports directly to the Financial Accounting Manager. Additionally, the Analyst serves as a point of contact with University staff and external auditors in all matters related to University equipment.
Requirements And Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree; A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance is preferred A minimum of 3-6 years in progressive experience in a financial accounting role that requires a general understanding of generally accepted accounting principles
Preferred Requirements And Qualifications
Strong writing skills and effective verbal communications skills with strict compliance with confidentiality Attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills Strong computer skills in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word Knowledge of accounting standards related to not for profits and federal state and local laws and regulations
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as
Hybrid 3 Days . Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$54,616.00 - $100,493.33
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
Current Georgetown Employees
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.
EEO Statement
GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .
Benefits
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
Current Georgetown Employees
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS https://gms.georgetown.edu/ using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click https://ideaa.georgetown.edu/ada for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website https://georgetownworks.georgetown.edu/
EEO Statement
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Join to apply for the
Property Accounting Analyst - General Accounting Office
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Georgetown University Property Accounting Analyst - General Accounting Office
4 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Property Accounting Analyst - General Accounting Office
role at
Georgetown University Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
Requirements
The General Accounting Office (GAO) bears the responsibility to accurately report and timely provide meaningful financial information and advice to the University community to support management decision-making, and to demonstrate fiscal responsibility and accountability and regulatory compliance to the University's various constituents, both internally and externally. The Office promotes the efficient use and stewardship of University resources and compliance with laws, regulations and reporting requirements through technical financial and analytical skills, and expertise in accounting knowledge.
Responsibilities
The
Property Accounting Analyst
(the Analyst) contribution to GAO is through the support of the Financial Accounting Manager in carrying out various financial accounting responsibilities in the areas of Property Plant & Equipment (PP&E), Cash & Cash Equivalents, and assigned other balance sheet accounts reviews. The Analyst is responsible for accounting activities relating to the maintenance of a complete and accurate general ledger in accordance with accounting policies and procedures.The Analyst role is very pivotal to the overall success of the team and requires flexibility in handling various tasks across the department. Additional duties include, but are not limited to:
Assist with the accounting process of the University’s fixed assets in compliance with US GAAP, University, and other guidelines, identifying depreciable assets, tagging the assets, and recording them in the fixed assets subsidiary ledger (GMS Business Asset Platform) for calculation of monthly depreciation expense. Assist in recording depreciation expenses and other fixed asset-related entry adjustments, reconciling fixed asset subsidiary ledgers to the GL monthly, ensuring all asset disposals are appropriately accounted for, preparing audit schedules and resolving audit issues identified by external auditors, ensuring strict compliance with University and other guidelines. Provide supporting schedules to the tax department as requested and conduct bi-annual, annual, and quarterly physical inventory counts of fixed assets, helping to coordinate with the Sponsored Accounting Office in inventorying sponsored equipment and conducting analyses related to fixed assets as requested by management. Quarterly, provide a list of equipment to property administrators in each area of the University for review and confirmation and/or revision of the records as appropriate. Under supervision by the Financial Accounting Manager, will help ensure internal controls over fixed assets reporting by reviewing the GMS Business Asset Platform data to ensure accuracy. Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and related certifications of assigned cash accounts, research and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner, and prepare journal entries in compliance with GAAP guidelines, ensuring adherence to internal controls by authenticating journal entries and reconciliations with proper documentation and approvals. Manage the petty cash process which entails working with colleagues across the campus community to replenish/close accounts as well as drive the annual confirmation process, reconciling assigned prepaid expense and deferred revenue accounts to support financial statements. Assist in the completion of the University’s financial statements including the preparation of adjusting entries, footnotes and supporting schedules, working very closely with the Financial Accounting Manager to evaluate systems and procedures and suggest changes to improve productivity and enhance systems.
Work Interactions
The Analyst reports directly to the Financial Accounting Manager. Additionally, the Analyst serves as a point of contact with University staff and external auditors in all matters related to University equipment.
Requirements And Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree; A Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Finance is preferred A minimum of 3-6 years in progressive experience in a financial accounting role that requires a general understanding of generally accepted accounting principles
Preferred Requirements And Qualifications
Strong writing skills and effective verbal communications skills with strict compliance with confidentiality Attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills Strong computer skills in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word Knowledge of accounting standards related to not for profits and federal state and local laws and regulations
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as
Hybrid 3 Days . Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff and AAP positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range
The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:
$54,616.00 - $100,493.33
Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
Current Georgetown Employees
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS (gms.georgetown.edu) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.
EEO Statement
GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law .
Benefits
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.
Current Georgetown Employees
If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS https://gms.georgetown.edu/ using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown.
Submission Guidelines
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click https://ideaa.georgetown.edu/ada for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website https://georgetownworks.georgetown.edu/
EEO Statement
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries Philanthropic Fundraising Services, Higher Education, and Non-profit Organizations Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Georgetown University by 2x Get notified about new Accounting Analyst jobs in
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Washington, DC $84,601.00-$156,755.00 2 weeks ago Washington, DC $96,000.00-$110,000.00 1 day ago McLean, VA $84,601.00-$156,755.00 2 weeks ago Laurel, MD $45,000.00-$70,000.00 2 days ago Washington, DC $95,000.00-$112,500.00 2 weeks ago Washington DC-Baltimore Area $105,000.00-$114,000.00 1 week ago Arlington, VA $85,900.00-$179,500.00 1 week ago Washington DC-Baltimore Area $55,000.00-$62,000.00 1 month ago Washington DC-Baltimore Area $75,000.00-$85,000.00 1 week ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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