Public Sector Finance & Accounting Specialist

Connecticut State Colleges & Universities; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) System Office in Hartford seeks a Finance and Accounting Specialist to manage accounting functions and financial reporting across the CSCU system. This role provides guidance on automated financial systems, ensuring compliance with BOR policy and state statutes.

Under the Director of Finance, the position supports reconciliations, annual statements, and audits, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders while fostering accurate, timely

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in accounting in a non-profit or public organization business office is required.
• Ability to use computer and associated software including Excel.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain knowledge of GAAP standards and related statutes.
• Maintain coding structures to reflect financial activity across records and systems.
• Assist in preparing monthly Operating Fund, Bond Fund, General Fund reconciliations and payroll reconciliations.
• Review general ledger accounts and advise institutions on problems and proper methods.
• Prepare monthly Cash Status Reports and assist external auditors with reports and analyses.
• Prepare high-level financial reports such as IPEDS, GAAP, and other required statements.

Skills

Computer proficiency including Excel

Clear written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Job description

Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) System Office in Hartford seeks a Finance and Accounting Specialist to manage accounting functions and financial reporting across the CSCU system. This role provides guidance on automated financial systems, ensuring compliance with BOR policy and state statutes.

Under the Director of Finance, the position supports reconciliations, annual statements, and audits, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders while fostering accurate, timely