Accounting Operations Manager

Harvard University; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Tuition assistance

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Harvard University in Cambridge, MA, is seeking a senior accounting professional to manage accounting activities and provide specialized analysis and financial reporting. The role supports the FAS Finance Office with effective controls and timely statements.

The position requires 7+ years of supervisory accounting experience, CPA desirable, and strong Excel/ERP skills. It is a hybrid role with 1 day on campus and a 35-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience.
• Supervisory experience required.
• MBA or Master’s degree in relevant field preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel skills.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Demonstrated experience with Financial systems and data query tools.
• CPA desirable (certificates, licenses).

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting activities and provide specialized analysis and financial reporting.
• Lead staff management including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Establish and monitor accounting processes to maintain controls.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for the department.
• Collaborate on development of new accounting procedures and policies.
• Prepare department for annual and interim audits.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and regulations.

Skills

Staff management

Accounting principles

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

MBA or Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/Financial systems

Data query tools

Job description

• Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary
• Salary Grade: 058
• Department: Administration and Finance - FAS Office of Finance
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences?

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Description

Job Summary: Manage accounting activities, and provides specialized analysis and financial reporting.

Job-Specific Responsibilities:

• Responsible for effective staff management, including hiring and orientation, training and development, workflow and performance management, and the promotion of an inclusive and innovative work environment
• Establish and monitor effective accounting processes and systems to maintain accounting controls
• Ensure department's accurate and timely financial reporting
• Identify operational challenges; research and implement solutions
• May prepare tax documentation and financial statements
• Ensure the school/unit financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles
• Collaborate on the development of new accounting procedures within school/unit that support University wide policies and initiatives
• Prepare department for annual and interim audits from internal and external firms/agencies
• Ensure financial compliance with University policies and procedures, audit and accounting disclosure requirements, and applicable legal rules and regulation

Working Conditions:Work is performed in an office setting; this is a hybrid position requiring 1 day on campus (subject to change)

Physical Requirements:Sitting and using near vision for reading and computer work for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience
• Supervisory experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

• MBA or Master’s degree in relevant field preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced excel skills
• Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations
• Demonstrated experience with Financial systems and data query tools

Certificates and Licenses:CPA Desirable

Additional Information

• Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week
• Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position
• Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal, Credit
• Other Information:All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University’s Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts . Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 058. Please visitHarvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination . We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.