Senior Accountant - Business & Finance

EXPIRED

Responsible for various accounting functions to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance and to assist with the maintenance of financial records and systems to support various departments, funds, or programs.

Salary & Benefits:  $60,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience 

•  Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire. 

Primary Duties:  

• Overall, manage the accounting responsibilities for Designation, Auxiliary, and Retirement Funds.
• Assist with accounting activities in Athletics and lead the NCAA triennial audit, as well as annually prepare associated workpapers for annual reporting requirements.
• Preparation of pension and OPEB quarterly/yearly accounting and reporting including related note disclosures.
• Assist with accounting activities for WGVU and assist with the WGVU annual audit, including preparation of related workpapers, financial statements, and note disclosures.
• Reconciles various ledger account activity, including payroll and benefit liabilities.
• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

Responsible for various accounting functions to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance and to assist with the maintenance of financial records and systems to support various departments, funds, or programs.

Salary & Benefits:  $60,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience 

•  Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire. 

Primary Duties:  

• Overall, manage the accounting responsibilities for Designation, Auxiliary, and Retirement Funds.
• Assist with accounting activities in Athletics and lead the NCAA triennial audit, as well as annually prepare associated workpapers for annual reporting requirements.
• Preparation of pension and OPEB quarterly/yearly accounting and reporting including related note disclosures.
• Assist with accounting activities for WGVU and assist with the WGVU annual audit, including preparation of related workpapers, financial statements, and note disclosures.
• Reconciles various ledger account activity, including payroll and benefit liabilities.
• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Minimum five (5) years related work experience.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of software (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Master’s degree in accounting.
• Eight (8) years related work experience.
• CPA certification.

Working Conditions:  Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

How to Apply:   Attach your cover letter and resume.

The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Karen Mushong mushongk@gvsu.edu.  If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu. 

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. 

Application Deadline:  April 3, 2025 at 11:59pm

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week.  The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.

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