Accountant

Brief Description

The Accountant serves in a critical capacity responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of several accounting activities and supporting the Foundation with financial information. This role utilizes highly computerized systems to record general ledger activity (e.g., tracking contributions, income, and disbursements) related to assets dedicated to support Texas A&M and its many programs and/or Texas A&M Foundation daily operations. This individual assists with preparation of specialized reports, financial statements, and internal controls relying on experience and general accounting knowledge to accomplish goals.

Essential Functions & Core Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger (GL) structure; keeping the chart of accounts updated in the accounting financial information system
• Prepare, record, and reconcile general ledger (GL) journal entries and accounting schedules
• Participate in the Accounts Payable cycle; preparation and reporting of disbursements from Foundation accounts
• Perform monthly account reconciliations; researching and correcting all discrepancies
• Assist with month-end close of general ledger (GL)
• Conduct ongoing review and reconciliation of transactions within the accounting financial information system to ensure accuracy of financial postings
• Assist with the completion of monthly financial reporting
• Assist with banking system deposits, transfers, electronic payments, and security transactions
• Assist with endowment compliance and reporting activities; trust and gift annuity processing and life insurance gift payments
• Research inquiries regarding financial data, allowable cost and other restrictions and limitations
• Respond to inquiries from Foundation leadership, Business Unit Leaders and University departments regarding fund accounting and special reporting requests
• Communicate accounting policies to Foundation and/or Texas A&M personnel related to Foundation accounting or disbursements
• Assess the accounting impact of various business initiatives evaluating revenue and cost driver
• Monitor and analyze accounting processes and related work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Develop and sustain excellent relationships with colleagues across business units to foster an effective cross functional working environment and collaborative spirit
• Support the Accounting and Finance team operations serving in back-up capacity and assisting other staff as necessary
• Contribute to team effectiveness through knowledge-sharing and proactively identifying process improvements
  
  

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in accounting, finance, related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 1 years of work experience in accounting, finance, or related field
• Knowledge of general accounting processes and internal control elements
• Proficiency in using Microsoft applications (Access, Excel, Word and Outlook)
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, data integrity and attention to detail
• Ability to interface with public and external customers in professional and courteous manner
• Ability to perform duties with accuracy and utilize critical thinking for complex projects
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously and to work calmly under pressure
• Solid commitment to the mission and vision of Texas A&M Foundation with the ability and desire to serve as a compelling ambassador for the organization and Texas A&M University
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of progressive work experience in accounting, finance, or related field
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across disciplines/units and build cross-functional, interdisciplinary partnerships
• Experience working in non-profit organization or higher education industry
• Experience using and working knowledge of donor database contact management and tracking systems with preference to Salesforce
  
  

Summary

You might want to know…

This position does not have direct supervision or management responsibilities. May provide guidance and assignment of tasks to student workers and other team members. Provides indirect leadership through collaborative efforts. No travel required.

What We Have To Offer…

• Purpose. Our work creates more opportunity every day. Opportunity for thousands of students to gain access a college education. Opportunity for Texas A&M’s groundbreaking research to solve the complex challenges of today and tomorrow.
• Competitive total compensation package with incentive rewards for top performance and high achievement.
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, identity protection, and more) available at no cost to you.
• Retirement planning options and tools including a 17% contribution toward your retirement.
  
  

We expect our team members to…

• Demonstrate the attributes and behaviors of a Passionate Professional Dedicated to Purposeful Philanthropy.
• Embody the Aggie Core Values and the Foundation Beliefs.
• Contribute to team effectiveness through knowledge-sharing and proactively identifying process improvements.
• Participate in the establishment and attainment of personal, departmental, divisional, and organizational goals and objectives in support of the mission, vision, and goals of the Foundation.
  
  

Who We Are…

As a nonprofit organization, the Texas A&M Foundation is the primary academic fundraising institution for Texas A&M University charged with raising and managing gifts of all types and sizes, with a focus on major gift endowments. We invest these gifts and disburse part of the investment earnings for the purposes designated by donors. In this way, endowments remain forever and continually benefit Texas A&M University.

Our team of passionate professionals partner with former students, corporations and other supporters who want to lead by example and match their charitable passions with opportunities for purposeful philanthropy at Texas A&M. Gifts create scholarships, advance faculty endeavors, enhance student programs, and fund college programs and campus construction. Collectively, these investments greatly enhance Texas A&M’s mission to provide the highest quality undergraduate and graduate programs and develop new understandings through research and creativity. We live by the Aggie Core Values of Respect, Excellence, Loyalty, Leadership, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Check out our website for more information!

To apply for this position, please apply online at https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6194728.careers?ApplyToJob=604434542.

If you need assistance or have any questions, please contact careers@txamfoundation.com.

Texas AM Foundation is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.