Senior Accounting & Systems Specialist: Automation Focus

Harvarduniversity; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard University is seeking a Senior Accounting & Systems Specialist to support CSFA operations in accounting, automation, and internal controls. You will manage system accounting issues in key financial systems, lead journal entries and closings, and drive process improvements across the billing and reconciliation cycles.

The role emphasizes independence, technical accounting system skills, and proactive problem solving within Campus Services governance and policies.

Qualifications

• Accounting systems knowledge (GAAP)
• Journal entries & reconciliations
• Process improvement & automation
• System testing & implementations
• Strong analytical & communication skills
• Experience with financial systems (e.g., Yardi)

Responsibilities

• Act as accounting SME on key financial systems; optimize utilization and resolve issues.
• Drive automation to improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Participate in UAT and system implementations with stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and training on accounting policies and controls; create job aids.
• Prepare and review journal entries and perform closings; ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform complex reconciliations and analyses; resolve variances with cross‑functional teams.
• Support billing cycle, revenue recognition, and receipt processing.

Job description

Harvard University is seeking a Senior Accounting & Systems Specialist to support CSFA operations in accounting, automation, and internal controls. You will manage system accounting issues in key financial systems, lead journal entries and closings, and drive process improvements across the billing and reconciliation cycles.

The role emphasizes independence, technical accounting system skills, and proactive problem solving within Campus Services governance and policies.