Hybrid Accounting & Finance Leader

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in Chicago seeks an Accounting and Finance Manager for IQMP to oversee accounting, financial reporting, grant accounting, and procurement administration in alignment with campus policies.

The role requires experience with QuickBooks, Excel, and university financial systems; a hybrid work arrangement is available, with regular presence in Chicago. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $95,000, commensurate with qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or related field with 5 years of accounting experience.
• Alternatively CPA/ CMA or a valid Public Accounting license.
• Master's degree in Accountancy or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting and expense reporting for IQMP accounts and related university accounts.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and assist audits.
• Handle grant accounting, vendor payments, and travel reimbursements.
• Reconcile accounts and support procurement and contract administration.
• Maintain documentation and stay current with university policies.

Skills

Accounting principles

QuickBooks

Excel

Communication

Data entry

Discretion

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

CPA / CMA / LPA or equivalent

Master's degree in Accountancy

Tools

FabWeb

Banner Financial System

iCS contract system

Emburse

Chrome River

QuickBooks

Job description

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in Chicago seeks an Accounting and Finance Manager for IQMP to oversee accounting, financial reporting, grant accounting, and procurement administration in alignment with campus policies.

The role requires experience with QuickBooks, Excel, and university financial systems; a hybrid work arrangement is available, with regular presence in Chicago. Salary ranges from $85,000 to $95,000, commensurate with qualifications.