Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)
Senior Accountant
Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR), Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
Position Summary
The Senior Accountant manages financial transactions and coordinates accounting operations for the College and its Foundation while ensuring compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations by maintaining accurate financial records.
Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities
Maintains fixed asset records in accordance with institutional policies, including performing depreciation calculations and conducting annual physical inventory of assets.
Prepares quarterly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules for the College’s Foundation.
Reviews the College’s financial statements and recommends changes.
Performs grant accounting and reporting, including preparing budget requests and submitting invoices for grants.
Coordinates accounting operations for the College and Foundation.
Develops and maintains spreadsheet analyses such as expenditure allocations and fund budgets to support Foundation operations.
Posts capitalization entries for capital projects.
Innovates, develops and implements processes to improve efficiencies within department.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Three (3) years of accounting experience, including reviewing and preparing financial statements.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA licensure or actively working towards CPA licensure.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated understanding of GAAP and their application, familiarity with applicable federal and state laws.
Thorough knowledge of fund accounting and financial statement preparation.
Ability to interpret and apply relevant College and Tennessee Board of Regents policies.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex accounting errors.
Excellent attention to detail, with proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with various stakeholders.
Salary and Benefits Open Until Filled: Yes
Rate of Pay: $53,420.00 - $66,774.00 depending on experience
Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.
Employment Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Higher Education
Location Nashville, TN
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Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities
Maintains fixed asset records in accordance with institutional policies, including performing depreciation calculations and conducting annual physical inventory of assets.
Prepares quarterly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules for the College’s Foundation.
Reviews the College’s financial statements and recommends changes.
Performs grant accounting and reporting, including preparing budget requests and submitting invoices for grants.
Coordinates accounting operations for the College and Foundation.
Develops and maintains spreadsheet analyses such as expenditure allocations and fund budgets to support Foundation operations.
Posts capitalization entries for capital projects.
Innovates, develops and implements processes to improve efficiencies within department.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree.
Three (3) years of accounting experience, including reviewing and preparing financial statements.
Preferred Qualifications
CPA licensure or actively working towards CPA licensure.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated understanding of GAAP and their application, familiarity with applicable federal and state laws.
Thorough knowledge of fund accounting and financial statement preparation.
Ability to interpret and apply relevant College and Tennessee Board of Regents policies.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex accounting errors.
Excellent attention to detail, with proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and with various stakeholders.
Salary and Benefits Open Until Filled: Yes
Rate of Pay: $53,420.00 - $66,774.00 depending on experience
Special Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.
Employment Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Higher Education
Location Nashville, TN
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