Financial Accounting Analyst (Hybrid) - Fixed Asset & Capital Projects Accounting

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier educational institution in the United States is seeking a candidate to support its financial accounting department specializing in capital projects. The role involves accounting, forecasting, and reporting on capital-related activities while collaborating cross-functionally within the university. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree with 5 or more years of accounting experience and possesses strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation

Competitive health insurance packages

Tuition reimbursement for employees and family

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional accounting experience required.
• Familiarity with Workday functionalities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform accounting, forecasting, and analysis on capital projects.
• Develop documentation and processes for financial reporting.
• Handle cross-functional accounting projects and requests.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Collaboration

Communication

Computer Literacy

Confidentiality

Customer Service

Data Assessment

Microsoft Excel

Multitasking

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Master's degree in Accounting or MBA

Job description

Overview

Scheduled Hours: 37.5

Position Summary: This position supports the university’s financial accounting department, with a focus area specializing in fixed asset and capital projects accounting; includes providing leadership and guidance on special projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Accounting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis on capital project related activities. Includes:
  • Calculating and recording capitalized interest on construction projects, as well as internal fees charged on projects funded by external debt.
  • Calculating and recording monthly debt draws; includes preparation of draw requests sent to bond trustees. Ensure compliance with external debt funding requirements and regulations.
  • Analysis and reporting on related data; presenting and summarizing data in a variety of ways. Requires cross-functional communication and collaboration with the Treasury Office and General Accounting, as well as various areas with capital project management responsibilities.
  • Accounting and reporting related to FASB ASC 410-20 (relates to conditional asset retirement obligations related to the remediation of hazardous materials).
• Accounting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis for repair and renovation construction projects. Includes calculating annual required contributions by building and occupancy and processing reserve transfer and processing monthly funding transfers based on project spending. Also includes reporting and analysis on repair and renovation reserve activities.
• Develops or/or enhances documentation and processes; identifies and implements efficiencies; makes recommendations for enhanced reporting and delivery of relevant data to leadership across the university.
• Responsible for all capital project funding activities within Workday’s capital project functional area. This includes creating and maintaining funding sources; ensuring appropriate funding approvals have been received; reporting upon over spent projects. Through training and hands-on experience becomes a subject matter expert over Workday functionality; develops or/or enhances documentation and processes; identifies and implements efficiencies.
• Handles special requests and projects involving complex accounting transactions and concepts across financial systems; identifies, gathers, assesses, and analyzes data used for making decisions and makes decisions where appropriate; works with historical cost to provide projections as needed; incorporates data and ideas into formal or informal reports, presenting resolutions to issues or problems; stays engaged in utilizing advances in financial systems to ensure effective and efficient delivery of information.
• Handles special requests and projects that are frequently cross-functional in nature and require cross-functional learning and collaboration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment

Physical Effort: Typically sitting at a desk or table

Equipment: Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications: No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience: Professional Accounting/Budget/Finance (5 Years)

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Master's Degree in Business Administration, or Master's Degree in Accounting.
• Experience with large, complex, and/or decentralized organizations.

Education

MBA - Master of Business Administration, Master's degree - Accounting

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - American Institute of Certified Public Accountants; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation; Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Computer Literacy, Confidentiality, Customer Service, Data Assessment, Dataset Management, Deadline Management, Decision Making, Financial Problem Solving, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Interactions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office 365, Multitasking, Oral Communications, Pressure Management, Reporting and Analysis, Self Motivation, Teamwork, Working Independently, Workload Prioritization, Written Communication

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$65,900.00 - $112,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement: Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building an inclusive environment with diverse perspectives. Individuals who value these principles are encouraged to apply.