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Temple University Hiring for Senior Accountant – Housing Administration at Philadelphia, PA Full Time
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Temple University’s Division of Student Affairs is searching for a Senior Accountant.Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
Tuition remission – eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!Salary Grade: T25 Learn more about the “T” salary structure here: https://careers.temple.edu/sites/careers/files/documents/T_Salary_Structure.pdfA variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.Job Summary:Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance for University Housing and Residential Life (UHRL), the Senior Accountant serves as a member of the University Housing and Residential Life’s Finance team and assists in the financial management of a comprehensive housing program for approximately 6,000 on-campus students that support the mission of the Division of Student Affairs and Temple University. This role is responsible for the financial and accounting duties of the department and ensures University Accounting policies are properly applied. Verifies transactions in the departments’ portfolio to ensure transactions meet recognition assumptions, principles, and conventions, which satisfy generally accepted accounting principles. Develops or maintains financial processes and statements of financial operating procedures, coaches staff in financial tasks, and coordinates corrective measures. Manages periodic independent review and assessment for internal control procedures, such as systems of signing authority hierarchy, purchasing card programs, financial system access, cash handling, and/or local spending policies and procedures. The Senior Accountant works with the Associate Director and the Director to develop and implement sound local internal control policies and spending plans that add value to the financial viability of the department and University. Collaborates with outside vendors, UHRL offices, and other internal departments to proactively resolve issues, participates in programs, seminars, and developmental trainings to gain a holistic view of financial and business operations of the University, and supports the department by advising on accountancy guidelines, policies, or principles to administer the business functions of the department effectively. Performs other duties as assigned.Required Education & Experience:* Bachelor’s degree (BBA or BS) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required * At least three (3) years of progressive experience in accounting and or finance* Demonstrated experience in accounting and/or finance, consisting of accounting functions, financial analysis, forecasting, budget development, and internal control development, implementation, or testing.* Experience coaching, developing, mentoring, and motivating a diverse staff in a union environment. * Demonstrated experience in accounting and/or finance, with an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including but not limited to financial month-end/year-end processing and tasks, reconciliation, internal control development, implementation, or testing, financial analysis, budget development, and or variance analysis. * An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Required Skills & Abilities:* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently, independently, and timely.* Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to effectively interact and communicate up and down the organization.* Ability to manage multiple priorities on a timely basis in a fast-paced environment.* Strong financial analytics and mathematical skills.* Superior attention to detail, goals, and deadlines.* Demonstrated knowledge of office software spreadsheets, databases, and management such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.This position requires a background check.Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description, employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University, and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.To obtain additional information about Temple University, please visit our website at www.temple.edu.Temple University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-reportYou may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.
Temple University’s Division of Student Affairs is searching for a Senior Accountant.Become a part of the Temple family and you will have access to the following:A hybrid work schedule
Full medical, dental, vision coverage
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays (including the day after Thanksgiving & winter break)
Tuition remission – eligible employees and their dependents can obtain a degree TUITION FREE
A generous retirement plan and so much more!Salary Grade: T25 Learn more about the “T” salary structure here: https://careers.temple.edu/sites/careers/files/documents/T_Salary_Structure.pdfA variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant’s education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source.Job Summary:Reporting to the Associate Director of Finance for University Housing and Residential Life (UHRL), the Senior Accountant serves as a member of the University Housing and Residential Life’s Finance team and assists in the financial management of a comprehensive housing program for approximately 6,000 on-campus students that support the mission of the Division of Student Affairs and Temple University. This role is responsible for the financial and accounting duties of the department and ensures University Accounting policies are properly applied. Verifies transactions in the departments’ portfolio to ensure transactions meet recognition assumptions, principles, and conventions, which satisfy generally accepted accounting principles. Develops or maintains financial processes and statements of financial operating procedures, coaches staff in financial tasks, and coordinates corrective measures. Manages periodic independent review and assessment for internal control procedures, such as systems of signing authority hierarchy, purchasing card programs, financial system access, cash handling, and/or local spending policies and procedures. The Senior Accountant works with the Associate Director and the Director to develop and implement sound local internal control policies and spending plans that add value to the financial viability of the department and University. Collaborates with outside vendors, UHRL offices, and other internal departments to proactively resolve issues, participates in programs, seminars, and developmental trainings to gain a holistic view of financial and business operations of the University, and supports the department by advising on accountancy guidelines, policies, or principles to administer the business functions of the department effectively. Performs other duties as assigned.Required Education & Experience:* Bachelor’s degree (BBA or BS) in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required * At least three (3) years of progressive experience in accounting and or finance* Demonstrated experience in accounting and/or finance, consisting of accounting functions, financial analysis, forecasting, budget development, and internal control development, implementation, or testing.* Experience coaching, developing, mentoring, and motivating a diverse staff in a union environment. * Demonstrated experience in accounting and/or finance, with an understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including but not limited to financial month-end/year-end processing and tasks, reconciliation, internal control development, implementation, or testing, financial analysis, budget development, and or variance analysis. * An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Required Skills & Abilities:* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently, independently, and timely.* Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to effectively interact and communicate up and down the organization.* Ability to manage multiple priorities on a timely basis in a fast-paced environment.* Strong financial analytics and mathematical skills.* Superior attention to detail, goals, and deadlines.* Demonstrated knowledge of office software spreadsheets, databases, and management such as Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access.This position requires a background check.Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status.Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description, employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University, and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.To obtain additional information about Temple University, please visit our website at www.temple.edu.Temple University’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics, policies, and procedures related to campus safety. https://safety.temple.edu/reports-logs/annual-security-reportYou may request a copy of the report by calling Temple University’s Campus Safety Services at 215-204-7900.
Primary Location: Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Main Campus-1910 Liacouras Walk
Job: Staff
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
