PARI Financial & Reporting Accountant

Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Purdue University, located in West Lafayette, IN, seeks a Financial & Reporting Accountant to support the Purdue Applied Research Institute (PARI). You will handle complex financial reporting and collaborate with PARI and Purdue Finance to meet accounting needs in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities include timely processing of transactions, monthly and year-end close, and developing new reports or processes through cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Five years of Accounting or Financial Analyst experience.
• Experience with SAP, or other ERP system.
• Must be proficient in Excel; knowledge of SAP is beneficial.
• Knowledge of GAAP is critical; GASB pronouncements preferred.
• Ability to identify and determine proper accounting treatment of intercompany transactions.
• Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility, working independently, and contributing to a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and prepare complex data analysis and present data according to requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and implement new accounting standards, university policies, and procedures.
• Experience in non-profit or higher education administration is helpful; CPA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate completion of accounting transactions and financial reports and will coordinate the monthly and year-end processes.
• Work with PARI and Purdue Finance teams to identify and respond to accounting needs.
• Participate in accounting projects to develop and implement new reports or processes.

Skills

Excel

GAAP knowledge

Data analysis

Intercompany accounting

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

At Purdue, your work makes a difference. As a Financial & Reporting Accountant working with the Purdue Applied Research Institute (PARI), you'll play a critical role in supporting groundbreaking research and innovation that advances national security, technology, and real-world solutions. You'll collaborate with talented colleagues across PARI and Purdue Finance while contributing to meaningful work that bridges academic excellence with industry and government needs.

This position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise through complex financial reporting, cross-functional partnerships, and process improvement initiatives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities Include:

• Timely and accurate completion of accounting transactions and financial reports and will coordinate the monthly and year-end processes.
• Work with PARI and Purdue Finance teams to identify and respond to accounting needs.
• Participate in accounting projects to develop and implement new reports or processes.

What We’re Looking For:

Required:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Five years of Accounting or Financial Analyst experience.
• Experience with SAP, or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.

Skills Needed:

• Must be proficient in Excel, and knowledge of SAP is beneficial.
• Knowledge of GAAP is critical, and GASB pronouncements is preferred.
• Ability to identify and determine proper accounting treatment of intercompany transactions.
• Capable of taking initiative, assuming responsibility, working independently, and contributing to a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and prepare complex data analysis and present data according to requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and implement new accounting standards, university policies, and procedures.

What is Helpful:

• Experience in non-profit or higher education administration.
• CPA.

About Us:

At Purdue, you'll find more than a job. You'll discover a community that values innovation, encourages professional development, and empowers employees to make a lasting impact while building a rewarding career path of their own.

Additional Information:

• To learn more about Purdue’s benefits summaryCLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period

Career Stream

Professional 3

Pay Band S070
Job Code #20002003

The anticipated annual rate for this position is $76,245/year.

Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.