What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Accountant position at Baylor Careers?
A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.
Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.
What We are Looking For
This position will support the mission of the University by requiring thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and utilization of accounting skills to ensure timely and accurate preparation of entries related to the University’s operations. It will record, examine, and analyze financial transactions; compute financial data; analyze and prepare reports; monitor accounts; review financial transactions for accuracy and conformance with established standards and procedures.
A bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience are required. A master's degree and four years of relevant experience is preferred.
The successful candidate will exhibit the following skills, abilities and other characteristics:
- Strong accounting skills and experience, including analytical skills and attention to detail with accuracy
- Ability to coordinate with multiple levels within organization; organize work to meet timetables and deadlines (performance under pressure); work independently with minimal supervision; coordinate a variety of activities
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Ability to operate personal computers, complex accounting software, ten-key calculator, and other general office equipment
- Effective communication skills, oral and written
- Ability to interact in difficult situations requiring tact and diplomacy with a diverse population
- Non-profit, university or college experience is preferred.
Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.
What You Will Do
- Coordinate with the Financial Services, and other assigned department staff to ensure accurate recording of revenue received through events, activities, and other forms of campus commerce and related asset and clearing accounts within the University financial system
- Process, record, and analyze accounting transactions into Oracle Fusion Accounts Receivable and Miscellaneous receipts module and interface to general ledger, with proper allocations for sales tax, when applicable
- Review transactions for accuracy and errors prior to posting
- Coordinate and resolve transaction errors issues
- Process, record, recalculate and analyze accounting interfaces from eCommerce platforms
- Review (for accuracy and errors) and approve system generated journal entries or those prepared by other Financial Services or Departmental staff
- Reconcile eCommerce revenue and ensure accurate flow of accounting information between systems
- Establish controls, procedures and assist campus with the accurate revenue recognition for activity originated within University departments
- Prepare financial analyses and reconciliations of Accounts Receivable and Deposit Clearing Accounts, and coordinate correcting entries, as needed
- Research discrepancies and review transactions for timeliness, accuracy and conformance with GAAP and established procedures
- Advise Business Officers and Financial Managers regarding the accuracy and collectability of outstanding receivables and clearing account balances
- Periodically review processes related to revenue receipt and recording for appropriateness, efficiency, and internal control weaknesses
- Make recommendations for improvement, where necessary
- Attend meetings, seminars, staff developments and training sessions
- Assist with special projects of Financial Services
- Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
- Ability to comply with University policies
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
What You Can Expect
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.
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