Junior Accountant: Financial Reporting & Analysis

University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a full-time Accounting Professional to perform operating-level accounting work within UR Financials. The role involves reconciling ledger accounts, researching discrepancies, and supporting financial reporting.

You will collaborate with campus colleagues, prepare quarterly statements under US GAAP, and generate routine financial reports. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field plus 1 year of experience is required; strong Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or equivalent.
• 1 year of professional accounting experience required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Completes ledger analyses to verify data accuracy and completeness.
• Examines transactions for proper support per University policies; initiates corrective action.
• Projects quarterly financial statements and footnote disclosures per US GAAP.
• Prepares routine financial statements and reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or equivalent

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The University of Rochester in Rochester, NY is seeking a full-time Accounting Professional to perform operating-level accounting work within UR Financials. The role involves reconciling ledger accounts, researching discrepancies, and supporting financial reporting.

You will collaborate with campus colleagues, prepare quarterly statements under US GAAP, and generate routine financial reports. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field plus 1 year of experience is required; strong Excel