Finance accounting manager
Job Summary
The A. Ray Olpin University Union provides a multitude of programs and services for the campus and surrounding community.
The Union is looking for a candidate to support that mission by performing complex accounting tasks under minimal supervision, responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and / or controlling all aspects pertaining to accounting and finance functions of the assigned department’s internal and external customer service, human resource and financial management operations pertaining to areas including (but not limited to) invoicing, payroll, purchasing, collections and credits, budgeting, expenses, fiscal reporting, profitability, allocations, and taxation.
Acts as a catalyst between the department and its customers and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service and care.
About Student Affairs
The A. Ray Olpin University Union is part of Student Affairs. Student Affairs is comprised of over departments and is focused on supporting student well-being and success with the ultimate goal of assisting students in discovering their passion, people, and purpose.
To that end, we aim to foster an environment that encourages employees to embrace innovative service delivery methods to best meet the needs of our students.
As a result, students have the opportunity to participate in the creation of campus culture, collaboratively working alongside professional staff, student leaders, and academic partners.
Student Affairs is committed to grounding our programs, procedures, and policies in the tenets of anti-racism and inclusion.
We recognize the continued importance of education and accountability that promote equity and social justice. Our expectation is that all employees are engaged in this work to create a welcoming environment that supports the success of both students and staff and ensures they have the opportunity to be fully incorporated into university life.
An excellent benefits package is included (seehere for a full description of the benefits package) :
- 2% employer retirement contribution in addition to employee contributions (automatic and immediately vested)
- Paid parental leave (in addition to FMLA )
- paid holidays per year plusvacation accruals each month
- Excellent health insurance options that are both affordable and allow access to care through the University of Utah health system
- Tuition reduction for employees and family members
- Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and HSA / FSA savings plans are available
- Free public transportation pass (seehere for more information)
Responsibilities
- Forecasts, develops, and implements policies and procedures in the areas of customer service, staff management and budgetary goals and objectives that are consistent with University of Utah’s policies.
- Facilitates cooperative and collaborative community and institutional relationships.
- Develops departmental strategies consistent with the assigned departments continuous quality improvement program.
- Ensures competency of staff through the development and / or presentation of educational programs and through on going staff performance evaluations.
- Reconciles University bank accounts to University books and identifies variances so that corrections can be made.
- Reconciles external financial data with University data and resolves discrepancies.
- Drafts financial statements for University and University units that are subject to independent audit. Acts as a liaison between University management and auditors to facilitate resolution of issues.
- Reviews large transactions for accuracy, sufficient funding and proper approvals.
- Generates and loads externally created journals into accounting system. Edits and corrects journals.
- Oversees department year-end closing to ensure adjustments and accruals are properly recorded.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience).
Four to six years of progressively more responsible management experience. Background knowledge of hiring department’s area of specialization in order to analyze, plan and draw conclusions for recommendations to superiors.
Demonstrated leadership skills in planning and directing employees and processes in order to effectively monitor and develop subordinates and to ensure the smooth operation of department.
Master’s degree in a related area may be preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
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Type Benefited Staff
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Additional Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and CFR part .
The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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