What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accountant I position at University of Rochester?
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Job Location (Full Address):
Remote Work - New York, Albany, New York, United States of America, 12224
Opening
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Department
100032 General Accounting-Finance
Work Shift
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range
UR URG 107 H
Compensation Range
$23.06 - $32.29
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities
Performs professional accounting work at an operating level requiring knowledge and application of general accounting theory, techniques and practices and knowledge of the University accounting system. Works closely with the various levels of the University community to research, review, and reconcile various ledger accounts within UR Financials.
Essential Functions
Job Location (Full Address):
Remote Work - New York, Albany, New York, United States of America, 12224
Opening
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Department
100032 General Accounting-Finance
Work Shift
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range
UR URG 107 H
Compensation Range
$23.06 - $32.29
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities
Performs professional accounting work at an operating level requiring knowledge and application of general accounting theory, techniques and practices and knowledge of the University accounting system. Works closely with the various levels of the University community to research, review, and reconcile various ledger accounts within UR Financials.
Essential Functions
- Reconciliation of ledger accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy of data. Uses judgement as to whether account balances are reasonable. Examines accounting documents to ascertain that transactions are properly supported in accordance with University policy and procedures. Initiates corrective action or recommends solutions as appropriate. Process journal entries as needed. Prepares routine working papers, exhibits, and summaries supporting findings and recommendations.
- Perform reconciliation of cash/check deposits, wires, credit cards transactions, foreign drafts, and lockbox payments for all University cash accounts. Ensures established internal control procedures are followed, including proper documentation and authorization of financial transactions
- Participates in month-end close process and the preparation of quarterly financial statements and related footnote disclosures in accordance to US GAAP. Performs analysis of financial statement balances and activity. Prepares accurate reports to support results.
- Participate in UR Financial system upgrade testing and other projects as needed.
- Prepares a variety of routine financial statements or accounting reports for which the format has been established.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting strongly preferred
- 1 year of professional accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
- Excellent analytical, organizational, communication skills required
- Attention to detail. Strong Microsoft Office skills required.
- Ability to work within tight deadlines required.
Salary : $23 - $32