Foundation Accountant

UNC-Chapel Hill; North Carolina; Híbrido; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Benefits package

Employee discounts

Paid leave and health benefits

Descripción de la vacante

UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Foundation seeks a Foundation Accountant to manage day‑to‑day accounting, prepare financial statements, and support annual budgets and audits. This role will oversee gifts, ensure internal controls, and provide reporting to senior leaders and the Foundation Board.

The position reports to the Executive Director of Finance and Facilities Services and acts as a liaison with the School and University on financial matters, developing budgets and board materials while

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 accounting credits or an associate degree with 12 accounting credits
• Mid-career with Masters and 1–2 years experience or Bachelor’s with 2–4 years
• All degrees must be from accredited institutions
• MBA or CPA preferred, academic experience, and experience with accounting software (ERP systems)

Responsabilidades

• Perform day-to-day accounting functions and financial statement prep.
• Develop annual operating budgets and assist in year-end audits.
• Maintain the Foundation’s financial records, gift processing, and reporting.
• Coordinate with the Executive Director of Finance and Facilities, Chief Development Officer, and Board on financial matters.

Conocimientos

Non-profit accounting

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Audit management

Communication skills

Educación

Masters degree

Bachelor's degree

Accounting coursework 12 credits

Associate degree in accounting

Herramientas

ERP systems

Accounting software

Descripción del empleo

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC -Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy (www.pharmacy.unc.edu) is one of six health science schools (Pharmacy, Nursing, Dentistry, Social Work, Public Health, Medicine) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is one of the oldest health science academic programs at Chapel Hill. The School teaches approximately 600 PharmD students and 145 graduate students. The School has built a reputation for its continued pursuit of excellence, rigorous education and training programs, cutting-edge multidisciplinary research, progressive pharmacy practices, efficient business operations, and its outstanding faculty, staff, and students. The School was named the number one School of Pharmacy in the U.S. by the U.S. News and World Report. The School has experienced unprecedented growth and success and continues to strategically position itself for sustained impact, as articulated in the School’s Strategic Plan (https://pharmacy.unc.edu/about/oe/strategic-plan/).

Position Summary

The Foundation Accountant is responsible for finance, accounting, business operations, and financial support of the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Foundation. Responsibilities include carrying out all day-to-day accounting functions, financial statement preparation & analysis, development of annual operating budgets and assisting in the year-end financial audit.
The Foundation Accountant reports to the Executive Director of Finance and Facilities Services. The position will focus on maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the Foundation’s financial and accounting records, overseeing gift agreements and gift processing, executing monthly closing activities, and assisting in the development of reports as needed for the Chief Development Officer, the Foundation Board of Directors, and the School of Pharmacy leadership.
The Foundation Accountant is a key liaison for the Foundation with the School of Pharmacy and the University on financial matters and performs all transfers, budgeting, scholarships, policy and financial accountability. In conjunction with the Chief Development Officer, the Foundation Accountant is the contact for the Foundation’s Board of Directors. The Foundation Accountant will develop the financial budget, audit workpapers and financial reporting for the semi-annual board and board committee meetings. This position will assist in developing the Finance and Audit Committee agenda and in executing Committee business. As needed, the Foundation Accountant will also develop and provide budget reporting to the Dean and the Chief Development Officer as well as any Associated Entity reporting required to other partners across UNC.
The Foundation Accountant is responsible for developing and ensuring that policies and procedures, which result in a strong internal control environment, are implemented and carried out effectively. They must be able to develop and implement new procedures and adapt to changing systems to minimize risk and ensure compliance and data integrity.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Mid-career with Masters and 1-2 yrs experience; or Bachelors and 2-4 yrs experience

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate’s degree in accounting; or Associate’s degree in business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Preference for MBA or CPA , Academic experience, volunteer management experience, and accounting software

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

General knowledge of non-profit accounting practices and knowledge of GAAP . Working knowledge of MS Excel and other Microsoft applications. Experience working with and managing audits. Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to communicate and present financial information to high level groups and individuals.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Department Contact Name and Title Kenesha Bigelow, Human Resources Business Partner

Department Contact Telephone or Email

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please select the response below that describes your level of education that best or most closely satisfies the education requirements for this position.
  • Bachelor’s degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field
  • Bachelor's degree in any field/discipline
  • Master's degree or Doctorate degree in required discipline(s) listed or related field
  • Master's degree or Doctorate degree in any field/discipline
  • None of the above
• * At the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, everything we do begins and ends with a patient in mind. This includes supporting and serving a highly diverse community of students, patients, faculty, and staff. Please describe examples in which you have successfully worked with or supported a diverse group of people.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Briefly describe your experience in creating and managing budgets

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please briefly describe your experience analyzing large volumes of data.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Describe your proficiency with Microsoft Applications, including Excel and with ad hoc reporting tools, noting any experience with ERP systems in a higher education setting.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have prior knowledge or experience working with donor or endowment funds? Please describe.

  (Open Ended Question)