Senior Accountant
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$ 68000 - 78000
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Job Description
Job Description
The Controllers Office Financial Reporting team prepares the universitys annual audited financial statements with assets exceeding $3.5 billion. We embrace financial best practices and continuous improvement by creating a culture of respect integrity and collaboration. We value knowledge and diversity in our people thoughts and ideas.
We are seeking an ambitious and detaildriven accounting professional at the Accountant or Senior Accountant level to join our financial reporting team of six to:
1. Ensure the data integrity in lease accounting software related to leases and subscription based information technology arrangements.
2. Assist in the preparation of the universitys annual audited financial statements and specialized reports.
3. Prepare adjusting entries work papers footnotes and schedules by applying generally accepted accounting principles.
4. Research and implement new and revised accounting standards.
Reasons why the Financial Reporting team recommends applying today:
Worklife balance with hybrid remote opportunities.
Supportive and friendly team in a professional work environment
Paid continuing professional education
Tuition benefits for study at VT
Bonus for professional certifications and completing accredited degree programs
Engagement in personal professional and community growth activities
Formal employee award and recognition program
Generous paid time off accruing 18 personal days annually 8 holidays and a winter break (Dec 25 Jan 1
Comprehensive and affordable health benefits
If you are looking for a rewarding career building experience with a growing university apply today!
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in accounting finance or businessrelated and/ or an equivalent level of training and experience directly related to professional accounting auditing or preparing audited annual financial statements.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Experience gathering analyzing summarizing and interpreting data.
Experience using automated systems and software such as Microsoft applications.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements (GASB) pronouncements.
Previous experience in a higher education accounting environment.
Demonstrated experience working with query tools and large datasets (SAS Microsoft Access or SQL).
Pay Band
4
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Salary range of $68000 $78000
Hours per week
40
Review Date
4/15/2025
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a handson transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problemsolvers. A comprehensive landgrant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges a school of medicine a veterinary medicine college Graduate School and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees students or applicants on the basis of age color disability sex (including pregnancy) gender gender identity gender expression genetic information ethnicity or national origin political affiliation race religion sexual orientation or military status or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about discuss or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation please contact Zach LaCroixat during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
