Senior Accountant - Higher Ed Finance & Reporting

UR University of Richmond; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Richmond is seeking a Senior Accountant to handle both the technical and analytical aspects of the university’s accounting activities. The role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and maintaining the general ledger in a collaborative office setting.

You will prepare tax returns, assist with audit preparations, and perform other accounting duties as assigned. A strong knowledge of education-specific practices and ERP systems is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with common Higher Education ERP systems (Workday, Oracle, Banner, PeopleSoft, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Preparing financial reports
• Performing account reconciliations
• Maintaining the general ledger
• Preparing tax returns
• Assisting with audit preparations
• Performing other accounting duties as assigned

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Tax regulations knowledge

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Workday

Oracle

Banner

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Excel

Job description

University of Richmond is seeking a Senior Accountant to handle both the technical and analytical aspects of the university’s accounting activities. The role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, reconciliations, and maintaining the general ledger in a collaborative office setting.

You will prepare tax returns, assist with audit preparations, and perform other accounting duties as assigned. A strong knowledge of education-specific practices and ERP systems is essential for success.