Inside Higher Ed
STAFF ACCOUNTANT, GIFTS & ENDOWMENT, Financial Affairs, Comptroller's Office, Ge
Inside Higher Ed, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
Staff Accountant, Gifts & Endowment, Financial Affairs, Comptroller's Office, General Accounting. Location: Boston, MA. This position has the potential to work a hybrid schedule under the University's remote work guidelines. Major duties
Responsible for reconciling all pledge, endowment, and annuity accounts; examine transactions to ensure completeness and accuracy, distribute monthly reconciliation reports to and work to resolve reconciling items in a timely manner. Creation and maintenance of restrictive gift accounts in SAP and Blackbaud CRM. Reviewing and maintaining paperless document filing system for restricted gift recordkeeping. Prepare activity-based schedules on restricted accounts to assist in donor reporting. Preparation of support and annual tax filings for charitable gift annuities and trusts, including Form 1099-R, Form 5227, K-1s. Coordinate with other members of General Accounting and other various departments to ensure month-end closing procedures are completed in a timely manner. Assist in the preparation of the annual external audit, including preparing schedules and support related to audit selections. Other duties as needed to help drive to our vision, fulfill our mission, and support the team. Salary information
Salary: Minimum $53,200, Midpoint $71,900, Maximum $90,500. Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Required Skills
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably public accounting experience Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices Advanced skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, including complex formulas to acquire, organize, and analyze data Ability to analyze data to determine relevant conclusions and suggest appropriate actions to management Ability to prioritize tasks and ad-hoc requests to meet or exceed deadlines Strong oral and written communication skills Detail oriented, demonstrating accuracy and quality of work output Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively in a team environment Preferred Skills
CPA or CPA candidate Experience with ERP and/or SAP Experience in non-profit industry or higher education Benefits and other information
Boston University's benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off. Full-time employees are eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University, and remission extends to dependents. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page. The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We are dedicated to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive. We encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share an interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. Interested applicants should upload a resume, a list of references (if available), and a cover letter addressed to the hiring manager for the Staff Accountant, Gifts & Endowment role. We provide reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process upon request. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Location and application
Job Location: Boston, MA. To apply, visit the posting on the employer’s careers site. Note: This description reflects the information provided and is intended for refinement without altering essential content.
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Staff Accountant, Gifts & Endowment, Financial Affairs, Comptroller's Office, General Accounting. Location: Boston, MA. This position has the potential to work a hybrid schedule under the University's remote work guidelines. Major duties
Responsible for reconciling all pledge, endowment, and annuity accounts; examine transactions to ensure completeness and accuracy, distribute monthly reconciliation reports to and work to resolve reconciling items in a timely manner. Creation and maintenance of restrictive gift accounts in SAP and Blackbaud CRM. Reviewing and maintaining paperless document filing system for restricted gift recordkeeping. Prepare activity-based schedules on restricted accounts to assist in donor reporting. Preparation of support and annual tax filings for charitable gift annuities and trusts, including Form 1099-R, Form 5227, K-1s. Coordinate with other members of General Accounting and other various departments to ensure month-end closing procedures are completed in a timely manner. Assist in the preparation of the annual external audit, including preparing schedules and support related to audit selections. Other duties as needed to help drive to our vision, fulfill our mission, and support the team. Salary information
Salary: Minimum $53,200, Midpoint $71,900, Maximum $90,500. Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Required Skills
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field 1-3 years of accounting experience, preferably public accounting experience Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices Advanced skills utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, including complex formulas to acquire, organize, and analyze data Ability to analyze data to determine relevant conclusions and suggest appropriate actions to management Ability to prioritize tasks and ad-hoc requests to meet or exceed deadlines Strong oral and written communication skills Detail oriented, demonstrating accuracy and quality of work output Ability to work independently and/or collaboratively in a team environment Preferred Skills
CPA or CPA candidate Experience with ERP and/or SAP Experience in non-profit industry or higher education Benefits and other information
Boston University's benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off. Full-time employees are eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University, and remission extends to dependents. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page. The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We are dedicated to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive. We encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share an interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. Interested applicants should upload a resume, a list of references (if available), and a cover letter addressed to the hiring manager for the Staff Accountant, Gifts & Endowment role. We provide reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process upon request. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Location and application
Job Location: Boston, MA. To apply, visit the posting on the employer’s careers site. Note: This description reflects the information provided and is intended for refinement without altering essential content.
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