Under broad supervision, support the accounting, reporting, financial and administrative functions of the Law School and provide support to the Budget Manager and Accounting Analyst.

1. Monitor, review, and verify accounting records and transactions for accuracy.

2. Manage student organization reimbursements, determine current financial balances, and correspond with student organization members.

3. Prepare, input, and verify standard and non-standard journal entries.

4. Prepare general ledger account reconciliations and resolve differences.

5. Research general ledger entries and prepare journal entry corrections when needed.

6. Perform routine daily accounting tasks as assigned.

7. Respond to requests for information and research made by University accounting personnel.

8. Maintain and update the Law School’s finance website.

9. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The Law School reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Loyola Marymount University Expectations :

Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.

Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requisite Qualifications :

• Typically a high school diploma. Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or other closely related field preferred.
• Minimum two years of progressively responsible experience in a business environment or a combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities needed.
• Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation / policy changes.
• Demonstrated knowledge in an automated accounting system, general accounting principles, and spreadsheet application.
• Ability to perform a variety of accounting tasks with speed and accuracy. Quickly learn the University accounting structure, procedures, and processes.

Work well with a diverse population of faculty and staff. Develop good interpersonal relationships with University administrators.

Resolve problems quickly.

• Strong communication skills (both written and oral).
• Demonstrated computer competency and preferably knowledgeable in Workday financial systems.

Physical Demands :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Constantly required to sit, feel, use finger movement, speak clearly, hear conversation, see near and far.

Frequently required to stand and walk. Occasionally required to lift, carry and push up to 25 lbs., stoop, kneel, reach high and low, use depth perception.

Work Environment :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is normal.

Mental Demands :

Mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Occasional variety of unrelated tasks. Frequent calculating, interrupted work, a variety of interrelated tasks, sustained concentration, use of reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability and ingenuity.

Hiring Salary Range :

$23.00 - $32.00 Hourly

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

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Salary range

$18.03 - $22.31 Salary commensurate with education and experience.Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society.

LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law.

We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)

Last updated : 2024-02-22