Accounting Manager

Position Title Accounting Manager UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good. Position Summary The Accounting Manager is responsible for managing, planning, directing and coordinating the daily accounting operations of the professional schools and the general ledger accounting for UIW. This involves performing routine and complex accounting and analytical work. The Accounting Manager reports to the Assistant Comptroller. Benefits UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents. Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility. Job Duties Job Duty Name Manage Financial Operations for Professional Schools Description of Job Duties Implement and monitor financial controls for the Schools of Osteopathic Medicine, Optometry, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy and Nursing and Health Professions, as well as TIGMER. Conduct financial analysis of school activities and reconcile related accounts. Prepare and/or review journal entries for adjustments as needed and manage the accounting for enrollment for all professional schools each semester. Serve as liaison to other financial service areas. Train school personnel, as appropriate. Job Duty Name Manage Financial Operations for clinics Description of Job Duties Manage clinical operations financial controls for the Optometry school, Nursing Cardinal Wellness Center, and health services. Supervise Accounting Coordinator position, to include assigning work, providing training, and approving reconciliations and journal entries into Banner System from the various EMR systems. Conduct physical inventories related to clinic operations. Manage cash receipting and preparation of numerous bank reconciliations. Job Duty Name Financial Statements and Audit Support Description of Job Duties Review and approve quarterly and annual stand alone financial statements for the School of Osteopathic Medicine, and TIGMER. Review and approve quarterly and annual statement of activities, statement of financial position and cash flow reports. Assist with the preparation of the UIW and IWEF quarterly and annual financial statements. Prepare audit work-papers and provide assistance to auditors as needed for annual year end audit engagement. Job Duty Name Document Processes and Procedures Description of Job Duties Document financial processes and procedures for the professional schools. Perform other duties as assigned. Job Duty Name General Accounting Operations Description of Job Duties Supervise, coordinate, and manage the activities for general ledger accounting. Supervise the general ledger accountants. Prepare, review and approve bank reconciliations. Prepare, review and assist with health care reserve account and payroll liabilities. Assist with Chart of Accounts updates as needed. Assist Assistant Comptroller as needed. Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities Ability to apply accounting principles and practices to non-profit accounting. Ability to prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses, as well as interpret and analyze financial documents and reports. Ability to analyze, review, and reconcile accounts. Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting problems. Ability to prepare and review work papers for internal and external audits. Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and use rational judgment in making work-related decisions. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, community, and general public. Ability to provide exceptional customer service. Skill in operating a calculator and/or a ten key adding machine. Possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications, databases, spreadsheets, and /or word processing. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA. Required Education Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Accounting. Required Work Experience Three (3) to five (5) years of professional accounting experience. Two (2) years of experience in a lead or supervisory role in the field of accounting. Preferred Qualifications Non-profit accounting experience. Master’s Degree. CPA. Banner experience. Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None specified. Work Hours Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm with extended hours as needed to meet departmental goals. Physical Demands None specified.