Senior staff accountant

Job Title

Senior Staff Accountant

Department

General Accounting

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

$55,500

Position Salary Maximum

$83,500

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2025-11-05

Job Description Summary

Provides accounting services as a member of General Accounting Department.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Provides accounting services as a part of General Accounting related, but not limited to, accounts receivable, auxiliaries, leases, and workshops. Prepares journal entries and various financial reports for the University. Actively involved in the monthly and year-end close of the general ledger and corresponding audit. Prepares accurate and timely general ledger account reconciliations each month.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform monthly and year-end close of the general ledger.

• Create, record, and approve various journal entries.

• Work closely with representatives from Shared Services and Auxiliaries to maintain financial records.

• Responsible for the Workday set up related to various business units.

• Prepare year-end audit workpapers and financial statements for the University.

• Responsible for accounting related to assigned GASB pronouncements or other accounting guidance.

• Responsible for monthly reconciliations, including, but not limited to, accounts receivable, auxiliaries, leases, and workshops.

• Monitor and respond to various stakeholders using the General Accounting mailbox.

• Monitor completion of the NCAA audit workpapers.

• Responsible for completion of state regulatory reporting.

• Escrow accounting.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Financial Reporting & Compliance or the Chief Accounting Officer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and/ or general business.

• 5+ years of experience as a Staff Accountant, Auditor, or Accounting Supervisor/ Manager.

• Experience with ERP software is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• Master's degree in a business field is strongly preferred.

• Experience with fund accounting in a university or similar environment.

• Experience with Workday and Google applications preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Requires a strong proficiency with PC-based software including an advanced proficiency with Excel and experience with other analytical tools.

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), analytical, time management, and organizational skills are required.

• Knowledge of GAAP and the accrual basis of accounting are required.

• Requires the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of GASB and FASB pronouncements preferred.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

cover letter and resume

Special Instructions (if applicable)

A customized cover letter and resume must be included in the application.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

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or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

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Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to

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