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Full Consideration Date:
01/31/2025
Job Description:
Primary Function: Performs general accounting duties, including daily posting of gift transactions, communication with donors and division team members on incoming gifts and gift intent, month-end reconciliation, pledge reminders, and complex journal entries; and supervises the work of student employees.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, or related field; at least one year of accounting experience; exceptional oral and written communication skills; and proficiency with Microsoft Office required. Nonprofit accounting experience, familiarity with accounting software applications, as well as an understanding of GAAP preferred. Student experience will be considered.
Position Details:
Job Category:
Type of Position:
Service Schedule:
Professional and Scientific
Type of Position:
Regular
Service Schedule:
Calendar Year
Application Instructions:
All application materials must be submitted by January 31, 2025, to be considered for this position. To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying:
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email
careers-support@uni.edu
or call 319-273-2422.
Compensation:
$45,000 to Commensurate
Pay Grade:
Pay Basis: Salary
$45,000 to Commensurate
Pay Grade:
118
Pay Basis: Salary
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Salary : $45,000
