What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Alabama A&M University?
Salary : $53,325.00 - $71,100.00 Annually
Location : Normal
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 202300505
Department : V.P. Business & Finance
Opening Date : 12 / 20 / 2024
Description
Summary :
This is professional accounting work of a complex nature.
Examples of Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Perform account analyses.
- Conduct comprehensive reconciliations and prepares the required journal entries.
- Prepare various internal and external financial reports and surveys.
- Adhere to month-end and year-end close-out timelines.
- Assist with the preparation of Annual Financial Statements.
- Assess processes and make recommendations to enhance operations efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assist with drafting policies and procedures.
- Understand and utilize the Ellucian Banner Finance module to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness in the operations of the unit.
- Troubleshoot system issue.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.) :
Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
To learn more details, visit our benefits page at
Do you have a bachelor's degree in accounting or related area?
Do you have two (2) year professional level experience in accounting or related field?
Do you have at least one (1) year of experience with computer based financial accounting and reporting systems and Microsoft Excel / Word skills?
Required Question
Salary : $53,325 - $71,100