University of North Carolina Charlotte
Financial Reporting Accountant
University of North Carolina Charlotte, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Position Information
Position Number:
000220
Vacancy Open To:
All Candidates
Working Title:
Financial Reporting Accountant
Position Designation:
EHRA Non‑Faculty
Employment Type:
Permanent – Full‑time
Months per Year:
12
Work Schedule:
8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday
Hours per Week:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Division:
Business Affairs
Department:
Financial Services (Adm)
Work Location:
Reese Building
Salary Range:
$60,000 – $65,000
Primary Purpose of Department Within Financial Services, the Controller’s Office provides central business support and oversight for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business process management, compliance, e‑Commerce, financial reporting, fixed‑asset accounting, payroll, tax management, travel, and reimbursements. The Reporting & Fixed Assets work unit coordinates and prepares annual financial statements, manages the annual financial report audit, oversees the annual property inventory, and responds to internal and external reporting questions.
Primary Purpose of Position The Financial Reporting Accountant assists with the preparation of various internal and external financial reports, including the annual financial statements and footnotes, and maintains the university chart of accounts and related information distribution. This position reports to the Financial Reporting Manager.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
Assist with timely and accurate preparation/compilation of recurring financial reporting tasks:
ACFR Package (August)
Footnotes (September)
IPEDS (October)
Accounts Receivable (Quarterly)
SBITA Transaction Review (Quarterly)
Audit Tracking – UNC System (Winter)
Ratio Analysis (Fall/Winter)
SACSCOC (June)
Other reporting as needed
Maintain the chart of accounts, including monthly reconciliation to the state‑wide accounting system, responding to inquiries, and processing changes.
Maintain communications with other departments for account codes and reporting‑related information; obtain information for recurring tasks such as leases, SBITAs, and intangible assets, and monitor the departmental email inbox.
Minimum Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration (or related field) or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration and 2–4 years of accounting experience in higher education (preferred).
Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications.
Detailed knowledge of MS Excel for quantitative analysis and routine financial reporting.
Strong time‑management skills to ensure efficient completion of work and adherence to deadlines.
Excellent communication skills; ability to convey information clearly and stay abreast of current developments and trends in financial reporting.
Special Notes to Applicants
Finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
For benefits information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
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Position Number:
000220
Vacancy Open To:
All Candidates
Working Title:
Financial Reporting Accountant
Position Designation:
EHRA Non‑Faculty
Employment Type:
Permanent – Full‑time
Months per Year:
12
Work Schedule:
8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday
Hours per Week:
40
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Division:
Business Affairs
Department:
Financial Services (Adm)
Work Location:
Reese Building
Salary Range:
$60,000 – $65,000
Primary Purpose of Department Within Financial Services, the Controller’s Office provides central business support and oversight for accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, business process management, compliance, e‑Commerce, financial reporting, fixed‑asset accounting, payroll, tax management, travel, and reimbursements. The Reporting & Fixed Assets work unit coordinates and prepares annual financial statements, manages the annual financial report audit, oversees the annual property inventory, and responds to internal and external reporting questions.
Primary Purpose of Position The Financial Reporting Accountant assists with the preparation of various internal and external financial reports, including the annual financial statements and footnotes, and maintains the university chart of accounts and related information distribution. This position reports to the Financial Reporting Manager.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
Assist with timely and accurate preparation/compilation of recurring financial reporting tasks:
ACFR Package (August)
Footnotes (September)
IPEDS (October)
Accounts Receivable (Quarterly)
SBITA Transaction Review (Quarterly)
Audit Tracking – UNC System (Winter)
Ratio Analysis (Fall/Winter)
SACSCOC (June)
Other reporting as needed
Maintain the chart of accounts, including monthly reconciliation to the state‑wide accounting system, responding to inquiries, and processing changes.
Maintain communications with other departments for account codes and reporting‑related information; obtain information for recurring tasks such as leases, SBITAs, and intangible assets, and monitor the departmental email inbox.
Minimum Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration (or related field) or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration and 2–4 years of accounting experience in higher education (preferred).
Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications.
Detailed knowledge of MS Excel for quantitative analysis and routine financial reporting.
Strong time‑management skills to ensure efficient completion of work and adherence to deadlines.
Excellent communication skills; ability to convey information clearly and stay abreast of current developments and trends in financial reporting.
Special Notes to Applicants
Finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
The Search Committee will not contact references without first verifying permission with the finalist.
Please ensure your resume reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers to the supplemental questions.
For benefits information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
#J-18808-Ljbffr