Accountant Associate

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.

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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 Opening ID

244130

Working Title

Accountant Associate

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