What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Western Kentucky University?
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for accurately recording both capital and non-capital projects by ensuring appropriate funding is available, verifying approval documentation, and maintaining the fixed asset accounting module within the accounting software. This position also assists with maintaining the accuracy of long-term debt schedules and the timely submission of periodic debt payments on behalf of the University. In addition, the Senior Accountant prepares ad hoc reports and projects as assigned by management and assists with annual closing activities to ensure adequate annual financial statements and related schedules.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
- At least 3 years of accounting experience (a combination of relevant accounting experience and/or acquired professional certifications may be considered in lieu of experience)
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $55,000 to $62,200
Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.
Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.
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Salary : $55,000 - $62,200
