Hybrid Accountant III: Student Finance & Reporting

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh’s Student Financial Services in Pittsburgh seeks an Accountant III to support accounting and reporting for student accounts receivable, ledgers, and loan funds. You will work under the Associate Director for Accounting & Reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance of financial records.

The role requires analytical judgement, experience with general ledger reconciliation, and timely preparation of filings and financial statements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2+ years of relevant accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with student accounts receivable and loan funds is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries for student accounts receivable, loan funds, and clearing accounts.
• Reconcile SIS data to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with annual reports, FISAP sections, and loan fund compliance.
• Support bad debt reserve calculations and write-off recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with fiscal regulations in day-to-day processing.

Skills

General ledger

Accounts receivable

Financial reporting

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field

Job description

University of Pittsburgh’s Student Financial Services in Pittsburgh seeks an Accountant III to support accounting and reporting for student accounts receivable, ledgers, and loan funds. You will work under the Associate Director for Accounting & Reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance of financial records.

The role requires analytical judgement, experience with general ledger reconciliation, and timely preparation of filings and financial statements.