Financial Reporting Accountant Senior at William & Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia

Job Description:

Position Number:

00459W

Position Title:

Financial Reporting Accountant Senior

Employment Category:

Full Time Operational

Location:

William & Mary

Department:

44A000 Financial Reporting

Unit Mission Statement:

Financial Operations mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive reliable and timely financial information and transactional processing in support of the university's education, research and public service objectives while ensuring compliance with extensive finance-related regulations and providing a systems of controls to ensure the protection of assets and integrity of financial data.

Position Summary:

The Financial Reporting Accountant Senior position assists in the preparation of the annual consolidated financial statements for the university, including the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) and Richard Bland College (RBC). The position is responsible for other compliance reporting and to ensure the integrity of data in the university's financial system.


Primary responsibilities include preparation of the Facilities & Administrative Rate Proposal for W&M and VIMS, analysis and compilation of the Foundations' financial information for inclusion in the consolidated financial statements, preparing investment reconciliations and journal entries, preparing year-end entries for the financial statements, various year-end reports and schedules, financial surveys, and journal entry review.

Conditions of Employment:

This position may require hours beyond the typical work week due to high peak times such as financial statement preparation.

Essential Designation:

No

FLSA:

Exempt

Position Restricted?:

No, this is a continuing E&G funded position and not term-limited

Position Term:

12-Month

Position Months:

Faculty or Staff: 12 month

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.


• Substantive and progressive financial accounting experience.


• Demonstrated experience working in an automated accounting system.


• Strong working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).Demonstrated knowledge of financial statement preparation.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to extract and analyze data, resolve discrepancies, and exercise good judgment when making decisions.


• Proficiency with software applications to include Excel and automated accounting systems.


• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities concurrently within the allotted deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Oracle-based systems. Knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia's accounting system, policies and procedures.


• Significant experience in financial accounting, preparing a variety of reports (financial statements and other compliance reports and/or surveys).


• Experience working with CRIS software for the preparation of the F&A rate proposal.


• Workday - finance experience is a plus as is experience in governmental and/or higher education accounting.

Is the position remote work eligible?:

Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time)

Remote Work Disclaimer:

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.

Advertised Pay Range:

$55,000 - $65,000, commensurate with experience.

Advertised Pay Range Statement:

All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.

University Salary Range:

U11

Benefits Summary Statement:

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).


Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

Job Open Date:

11/01/2024

Job Close Date:

12/02/2024

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Application Instructions:

We will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this vacancy.

Background Check Statement:

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

EEO Statement:

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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