Accountant Associate (Hybrid)

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　　Summary

　　How to Apply

　　A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume.

　　The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relates to this position.

　　Job Summary

　　This is an entry level accountant position reporting to the Assistant Division Controller. The Financial Services & Budget (FSB) Accountant Associate would be responsible for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting; accounting reconciliation; submission of accounts receivable and accounts payable transactions; journal entries; assist in yearend closure and prepare reports for yearend analysis; support Flint campus departments; contribute to any special projects assigned by Vice Chancellor of Business & Finance, Assistant Division Controller; and/or any assigned UMF departmental executive officers as well as participate in the Financial Community of Practice career path within FSB.

　　Responsibilities*

　　FINANCIAL REPORTING

　　Prepare monthly Statement of Financial Condition Reports for each University Fund

　　Prepare Student Accounts Receivable Trend Reports including Graphs

　　Review & Report on Overdrafts in University Funds

　　Monitor monthly financial closures and communicate this information to UMF Campus Business Administrators

　　Monitor, maintain, and update the University's Financial System for the Flint Campus

　　Monitor and report on Departmental Equipment

　　Prepare monthly reports for assigned UMF Departments

　　RECONCILIATION

　　Reconcile Student Accounts Receivable and prepare monthly reporting

　　Reconcile the Income Statement & Balance Sheets for all University Funds

　　Reconcile assigned UMF Departmental Statement of Activity

　　Review and correct the incorrect use of University accounts, classes, campus erroneous payroll, fund transfers

　　Open/Update/Close University Financial Shortcodes & Chartfields

　　Review University travel advances, utility vouchers, campus SUB uploads, and deposits

　　JOURNALS

　　Review, create, upload and image University journals including backup documentation

　　Process Housing monthly Utilities Recharge

　　Review and process University Endowment Distributions for the Flint Campus

　　YEAREND

　　Assist in Flint Campus Yearend Closure

　　Prepare any necessary reporting for yearend analysis

　　SPECIAL PROJECTS - OTHER

　　Support UMF departments on financial business policy & procedures

　　Train and support University departments on the University's financial systems (MPathways, Business Objects)

　　Support Annual Reporting for Federal (IPEDS), State (HEIDI), Internal Controls (GAPS), Tax (UBIT), Space, Asset Management, Capital Equipment Tagging, and Equipment Replacement Plans

　　Support any special projects assigned by the Vice Chancellor of Business & Finance, Assistant Division Controller; and/or any assigned UMF departmental executive officers

　　Required Qualifications*

　　Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or a related field

　　Experience (Work or Education) in financial accounting, reconciling, creating, analyzing, and reporting financial information

　　Knowledge of Microsoft & Google Office Applications

　　Knowledge of Fund Accounting fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures

　　Knowledge of database or data warehouse querying software

　　Why Work at U-M Flint?

　　In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.

　　Benefits include:

　　Generous time off

　　A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

　　Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

　　Life insurance

　　Long-term disability coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

　　Employee and qualified dependent tuition support

　　Eligibility for benefits is based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility and download the Comprehensive Benefits for Faculty and Staff flier .

　　For tuition support information, please go https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/

　　Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/

　　University of Michigan-Flint - Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

　　The University of Michigan-Flint's DEI plan can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/dei/

　　The University of Michigan-Flint exhibits its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through enacting fair practices, policies, and procedures particularly in support of the equitable participation of the historically underserved. UM-Flint recognizes the value of diversity in our efforts to provide equitable access and opportunities to all regardless of individual identities in support of a climate where everyone feels a sense of belonging, community, and agency.

　　Diversity is a core value at University of Michigan-Flint. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty. The University of Michigan-Flint seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning for the purpose of becoming global citizens in a connected world.

　　Work Schedule

　　Hybrid:

　　A consistent hybrid work schedule (some days on campus and some days working remotely) is available for this position at this time. However, this is subject to change based upon the duties of the position and the needs of the department.

　　Background Screening

　　The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

　　Application Deadline

　　Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

　　U-M EEO/AA Statement

　　The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

　　Job Detail

　　Job Opening ID

　　244130

　　Working Title

　　Accountant Associate (Hybrid)

　　Job Title

　　Accountant Associate

　　Work Location

　　Flint Campus

　　Flint, MI

　　Full/Part Time

　　Full-Time

　　Regular/Temporary

　　Regular

　　FLSA Status

　　Nonexempt

　　Organizational Group

　　Flint Vc Bus And Fin

　　Department

　　Flint Financial Svcs & Budget

　　Posting Begin/End Date

　　1/17/2024 - 1/31/2024

　　Salary

　　$41,500.00 - $52,000.00

　　Career Interest

　　Finance

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