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Description
The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.?
The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center's many programs and activities are available at?The Carter Center (http://www.cartercenter.org/)
Summary
The Senior Accountant performs routine and complex accounting activities of a technical nature requiring knowledge of systems, independent judgment, and ability to respond accordingly. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Controller, this position will be responsible for daily bank account management and general ledger management for revenue for the organization.
Formal Job Description
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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Job Number 150833
Job Type Regular Full-Time
Division The Carter Center
Department The Carter Center
Job Category Accounting and Finance
Campus Location (For Posting) : Location US-GA-Atlanta
Location : Name Carter Center
Remote Work Classification N/A or Other
Health and Safety Information Not Applicable
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
Discover Your Career at Emory University
Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.
Description
The Carter Center is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit, nongovernmental organization founded in 1982 in Atlanta, GA, by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in partnership with Emory University. The Center has helped to improve millions of lives in more than 80 countries by waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope. The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering. It seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.?
The Carter Center collaborates with other organizations, public and private, in carrying out its mission around the world. Current information about the Center's many programs and activities are available at?The Carter Center (http://www.cartercenter.org/)
Summary
The Senior Accountant performs routine and complex accounting activities of a technical nature requiring knowledge of systems, independent judgment, and ability to respond accordingly. Reporting to the Director of Finance & Controller, this position will be responsible for daily bank account management and general ledger management for revenue for the organization.
Formal Job Description
- Performs routine and complex accounting activities requiring knowledge of systems, independent judgment and ability to respond accordingly.
- Oversees activity on various accounts.
- Analyzes past and current data and prepares expense projections and operational forecasts.
- Assists with audits.
- Designs and generates routine ad hoc reports and graphs.
- May maintain grants and assist with budgets.
- Coordinates computer operations.
- Conceptualizes projects and follows through.
- May provide direction to less experienced staff concerning accounting issues.
- Performs related responsibilities as required.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field and one year of professional accounting experience OR equivalent combination of experience, education and training.
- Excel skills (pivot tables, sort/filter, formulas, ability to prepare templates and upload journal entries and files) PDF skills (organize, add, and edit pages) ERP knowledge preferred.
- Banking knowledge a plus.
- Nonprofit experience including analysis of restrictions.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).
Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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Job Number 150833
Job Type Regular Full-Time
Division The Carter Center
Department The Carter Center
Job Category Accounting and Finance
Campus Location (For Posting) : Location US-GA-Atlanta
Location : Name Carter Center
Remote Work Classification N/A or Other
Health and Safety Information Not Applicable
If you have questions about this posting, please contact support@lensa.com
