Hybrid Accounting Associate: Journal Entries & GAAP

Harvard University FAS Human Resources; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking an Accounting Financial Associate to support departments with accounting records, journal entries, and compliance with university policies. The role involves monthly reviews of transactions and collaboration with finance staff to implement accurate financial controls.

The position emphasizes teamwork, discretion with confidential information, and adherence to GAAP while supporting internal audits and financial reporting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related accounting experience.
• Associate’s degree in accounting or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Excel, database software and accounting tools.

Responsibilities

• Translate business needs from departments into journal entries.
• Provide technical advice on accounting issues.
• Prepare journal entries, GL reconciliations and account analyses.
• Update databases to reduce future manual work.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close per GAAP.
• Perform high-accuracy data entry for journal processes.
• Collaborate with teams on audits and internal controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer service orientation

Clear communication

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting

Tools

Oracle Financials

Excel

Database software

Job description

Harvard University is seeking an Accounting Financial Associate to support departments with accounting records, journal entries, and compliance with university policies. The role involves monthly reviews of transactions and collaboration with finance staff to implement accurate financial controls.

The position emphasizes teamwork, discretion with confidential information, and adherence to GAAP while supporting internal audits and financial reporting.