University Accountant - GAAP & Financial Reporting

Mississippi University for Women; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS seeks a professional accountant to manage journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and GASB. You will support year-end closing, audits, and budgets across university departments.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, at least five years of accounting experience, and proficiency with Banner Finance and Microsoft Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
• Governmental or higher education accounting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GAAP and ability to analyze and reconcile financial information.
• Strong organization and communication skills; attention to detail.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite with advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner Finance and GASB standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process journal entries and journal vouchers.
• Review and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
• Analyze accounting transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Provide accounting support and guidance to departments.
• Review Banner system transactions to ensure proper accounting codes and compliance.
• Research accounting issues and prepare correcting journal entries as needed.
• Analyze revenues and expenditures for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform account reconciliations and prepare supporting schedules.
• Assist with monthly financial closing procedures.
• Prepare financial reports, special reports and analyses as requested.
• Maintain documentation supporting accounting transactions and reconciliations.
• Assist with year-end closing activities, including accrual entries.
• Support internal and external audit processes by preparing requested documentation and schedules.
• Participate in special projects and Banner system initiatives.
• Provide backup support for accounting functions, including cashier and accounts payable.
• Prepare ad hoc financial reports and analyses requested by management.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

Tools

Ellucian Banner Finance

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS seeks a professional accountant to manage journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and GASB. You will support year-end closing, audits, and budgets across university departments.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, at least five years of accounting experience, and proficiency with Banner Finance and Microsoft Excel.