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Special Information
This position is primarily on-site at the Flagstaff Mountain campus, with the option for hybrid work.
Job Description
The Accountant, Senior prepares and presents financial reports to ensure an accurate reflection of the foundation's financial position. Primarily responsible for account reconciliations and monthly journal entries to ensure accuracy in accordance with the accounting close processes in a timely manner. Coordinates and provides guidance to lower level employees to promote clarity within the unit. The position recommends new accounting and fiscal control policies to improve department performance and increase efficiency. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of non-profit financial accounting.
Account Reconciliation and Accounting Close Entries - 30%
Prepare timely account reconciliations and accounting close entries to maintain accurate financial records for the foundation. For example, maintain operational accounting transactions for timely reporting.
Accounting Research & Guidance - 25%
Research and provide guidance on how to properly account for transactions and/or processes to ensure accurate reflection of the foundation's financials.
Financial Analysis and Reports - 20%
Prepare, produce, and present monthly financial reports for review and analysis. For example, providing variance analysis for month over month financial reporting.
Maintain Data & Accounting Systems - 20%
Maintain and provide oversight of data and integrity of subledger and accounting systems. For example, this will include reviewing and analyzing gift agreements for proper system setup.
Other - 5%
Perform other ad-hoc duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
3 to 5 years of accounting experience.
Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
Accounting experience in non-profits.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge
Advanced knowledge of accounting tools, procedures, processes, policies, and concepts, such as preparation of financial statements, account reconciliations, journal entries, invoicing, revenue receipts, and other financial documents.
Knowledge of financial reporting in non-profits.
Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel).
Skill in writing detailed numerical computations and reports.
Skill in computerized accounting systems and applications, such as accounting software.
Abilities
Communicates effectively, listens actively, analyzes complex situations and anticipate issues.
Background Information
This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/. is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.
Salary
Salary range begins at $58,882. Annual salary commensurate with candidate's qualifications and related experience.
FLSA Status
This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.
Benefits
This is a Classified Staff (CLS) position. NAU offers an excellent benefit package including generous health, dental and vision insurance; participation in the Arizona State Retirement System; paid vacation and 10 holidays per year; and tuition reduction for employees and qualified dependents. More information on benefits at NAU is available on the https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Benefits/. Classified Staff employees are in a probationary status for their first six months at NAU. NAU is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Employees offered a position will be eligible for state health plans (including NAU's BCBS Plan). New employees arehttps://in.nau.edu/human-resources/benefits/ on the first day of the pay period following their enrollment, after their employment date. Employees will have 31 days from their start date to enroll in benefits. Additionally, new employees will begin participating in the Arizona State Retirement System, and the long-term disability coverage that accompanies it, on the first of the pay period following 6 months after the new employee's start date.
Learning and Development
Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/orientation/ includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.
Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship
NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.
Application Deadline
December 16, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.
If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, http://DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.