Project Accounting & Reconciliation Specialist

State University of New York at Buffalo; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement plans

Job summary

University at Buffalo is seeking a meticulous Project Accountant to support the financial integrity of university projects through accurate reporting and robust reconciliation processes. The role ensures all transactions align with standards and policies across multiple reporting systems.

Responsibilities include reconciling project financials, coordinating with project managers, monitoring budgets, and producing cost reports and variance analyses.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 2 years or Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of experience with account reconciliations, general understanding of procurement and accounts payable processes.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel Skills (use of logical (IF, AND , OR), lookup ( VLOOKUP ) formulas, applying and modifying filters, creating and modifying pivot tables) is a must.
• Demonstrated organization, time management, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent writing skills to clearly articulate to other staff the problem found and how to correct it.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile project related financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and interdepartmental charges.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reconciliations of project accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between project budgets, actuals, and various business systems.
• Maintain detailed records of reconciliations and adjustments for audit and compliance purposes.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure financial data aligns with operational progress and milestones.
• Monitor project budgets to ensure sufficient funds are available for final purchases, payroll, etc.
• Prepare and analyze project cost reports, variance analysis, and statements.

Skills

Reconciliation

Excel

Time management

Written communication

Independent and collaborative

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

University at Buffalo is seeking a meticulous Project Accountant to support the financial integrity of university projects through accurate reporting and robust reconciliation processes. The role ensures all transactions align with standards and policies across multiple reporting systems.

Responsibilities include reconciling project financials, coordinating with project managers, monitoring budgets, and producing cost reports and variance analyses.