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Sr Accountant

University of Richmond
Richmond, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/30/2026

SUMMARY:

The Senior Accountant is responsible for both the technical and analysis side of the accounting activities at the University of Richmond. The Senior Accountant's responsibilities include preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, assisting with audit preparations and preparation of tax returns, and performing other accounting duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Accounting Responsibilities

  • Reconcile sub-ledger to general ledger account balances including credit card activity.
  • Perform fixed asset and capital accounting.
  • Prepare journal entries and advanced accounting entries.
  • Assist with reconciliation of year-end activities for tax reporting.
  • Assist with reconciliation and analysis of investment accounts.
  • Assist with endowment accounting including gift reconciliation and reviewing gift documentation.
  • Contribute to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures.

Accounting Analysis and Reporting

  • Assist with preparation and analysis of cash flow forecasts for senior leadership.
  • Assist with financial analyses and reports to senior leadership.
  • Assist with preparation of federal, state, local, and special tax returns including University 990, 990-T, and 4720.
  • Assist with preparation of year-end financial reports, audit workpapers, and 403b plan financial statements.
  • Assist with assessment of internal controls, including risk assessments and reviews of risk areas.

System Administration, Education, Training, & Compliance

  • Support campus-wide accounting interfaces and integrations with other systems in coordination with Director and data stewards.
  • Assist in training of proper internal controls for accounting and cash handling.

CONTACTS:

  • All levels of the University Organization
  • University Administrators, Faculty, and Staff
  • External Auditors

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and practice including higher education specific practices.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and stress management skills.
  • Working knowledge of tax laws and regulations.
  • Working knowledge of accounting systems.
  • Exercises discretion and independent judgment.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
  • 5 years of accounting experience.
  • Experience with common Higher Education ERP systems (Workday, Oracle, Banner, PeopleSoft, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Microsoft Excel.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT:

  • Works successfully in a collaborative office environment
  • Ability to work in an open office setting
  • Ability to walk to points on campus within a one-mile radius

WORK HOURS:

Full Time/Exempt

Monday - Friday 8:30a-5:00p

7.75 hours/daily, 38.75 hours/weekly

SALARY:

Pay Grade 7 ($58,011.00 - $86,299.00)

Salary : $58,011 - $86,299

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