Remote Finance Specialist – Licensing & Accounting

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); Remote; USD 94,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work arrangement

Job summary

Stanford University’s Office of Technology Licensing seeks a Finance Specialist – Accountant to perform moderately complex accounting activities related to licensing (patent) income. This 100% remote, benefits-eligible role reports to the manager/director and handles accounts, reconciliations, revenue reporting, purchases, and journal entries within a university setting.

The position requires an Associate degree plus two years of relevant experience, with strong analytical ability, attention to

Qualifications

• Understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and relevant regulations.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends for reporting.
• High attention to detail to ensure accurate statements and reports.
• Proficiency in accounting software and financial tools; willingness to learn new systems.
• Clear written and verbal communication to internal audiences and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review, process, gather, and compile accounting transactions for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify, prioritize, and resolve accounting issues with preliminary analysis.
• Run and reconcile financial data, prepare basic management information reports.
• Identify and resolve incorrect journal entries and data anomalies.
• Research transaction details and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Participate in project teams and contribute to change management.
• Suggest process improvements and system enhancements.
• Develop and maintain desktop procedures and process documentation.
• Act as a liaison to other departments to resolve accounting issues.
• May train or review work of other staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Financial accounting knowledge

Software proficiency

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Stanford University’s Office of Technology Licensing seeks a Finance Specialist – Accountant to perform moderately complex accounting activities related to licensing (patent) income. This 100% remote, benefits-eligible role reports to the manager/director and handles accounts, reconciliations, revenue reporting, purchases, and journal entries within a university setting.

The position requires an Associate degree plus two years of relevant experience, with strong analytical ability, attention to