Accountant/Financial Analyst - Financial Services

ACCOUNTANT/FINANCIAL ANALYST

Financial Services

Full Time:  Hybrid/remote work opportunities available for this position (Must reside in MO, IA, AR, KS, KY, TN, IL, or FL)

Primary Responsibilities

• Reconciliation and analysis of various balance sheet and income statement accounts to ensure compliance, integrity of balances and accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Reconciliation and analysis of various operating ledger accounts to ensure proper budgeting and reporting for the overall health of the University
• Responsible for general ledger accounting, including journal entry preparation
• Prepare various internal and external financial reports and analyses 
• Prepare work papers for annual external audit
• Apply all internal and external policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with internal and external (federal, state, and other agencies) regulatory guidance
• Ability to evaluate and apply generally accepted accounting principles
• Research, review and resolve unusual variances with minimal supervision
• Serve as liaison between the controller’s office and financial managers across the university campus
• Conduct training with University personnel on accounting procedures

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business with appropriate experience
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of generally accepted accounting principles; prior accounting job experience a plus;  grant experience a plus
• Demonstrated use of a computerized accounting system;  prior experience with reconciling and analyzing balance sheet and income statement accounts a plus 
• Must be PC proficient with strong experience using Excel, Word and Access
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Experience and understanding of customer service

Application Deadline:  The review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position has been filled.

To Apply:  Submit the following items online by clicking on the APPLY button at the top of the page:

• letter of interest addressing all position qualifications
• resume
• names and contact information of three professional references may be asked for at a later date 

About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO):  Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond.  SEMO values access to high quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.  
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