Assistant Manager for Cash and Investment

Title: Assistant Manager for Cash and Investment

State Role Title:Financial Services Spec II

Hiring Range: Up to $79310 Commensurate with education and experience

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia State University

Location:Virginia State University

Agency Website:

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

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The position will assist with preparing quarterly and annual required financial reports for federal grants as necessary in a timely manner. This position assists with managing the Universitys cash position and investment functions to include Federal drawdowns as needed. Assist with maintaining oversight compliance recording and reporting of the Universitys endowment funds and banking transactions. Assist with preparing internal performance reports. Ensure that transactions are processed to record increased and withdrawals to endowment pool. Assist with the recording of realized and unrealized gains and losses. The position assists with the daily reviews verifies and processing of local and emergency checks and wire transfers to include the printing and processing of local fund and emergency check requests. Provide quarterly reports with supporting documentation as assigned. Assist with annual NACUBO survey. Perform duties as assigned to include recording and reporting of gift financial transactions in conformity with GAAP.

Assist with preparing and recording monthly foundation billings as needed. Assist with the preparation of special reports on scholarships gifts and endowment investment and spending activity. Assist with monitoring and managing the Universitys cash flow position for Federal Grants and Contracts and Financial Aid programs. Complete and/or assist with the completion of fiscal year-end financial reports (DOA attachments). Serves as acting Supervisor during the absence of the Cash and Investment Manager. Lastly the position assists the Cash and Investment Office/Manager in providing and delivering treasury management services to University faculty staff students and vendor to include issuing local checks emergency checks wire transfers and stop payment orders.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices with emphasis on colleges and
universities.

Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in conjunction with working in a team
environment.

Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex fiscal policies and procedures.

Knowledge of banking practices related to cash management is a plus.

Demonstrated ability to apply and adapt accounting principles and methods to a variety of agency or institution fiscal needs.

Demonstrated ability to assemble analyze and prepare reports and statements covering complex financial data.

Working knowledge of automated accounting systems and computer applications as a resource tool.

Experience working with and in an automated accounting system preferably SCT Banner is a plus.

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to prepare complex financial reports and statements.

Demonstrated experience and proficiency using a PC and the Microsoft suite of products including Excel and Word.

Preference will be given to candidates who have a BS degree in accounting or have taken the required courses for such a degree. Candidates with the equivalent experience and course work will also be considered.

Additional Considerations

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major studies in accounting or business administration/management is preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with the Banner and Cardinal accounting systems is a plus.

At least two (2) years of experience working in a fast-paced higher education business environment is a plus.

Some supervisory experience is a plus.

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office and working knowledge of database and other software programs i.e. Excel Access and Word.

Ability to work independently and solve problems within the scope of duties.

At least three (3) years of experience working in a fast-paced higher education business environment.

Strong analytical/problem solving organizational data entry and customer service skills.

Ability to sort prepare/batch file and maintain financial records reports and spreadsheets.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants without regard to age color disability gender national origin political affiliation genetic information race religion sexual orientation sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities women individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:

Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed e-mailed and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume or manually listed in the Relevant Work History section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application therefore it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application or a state application lacking in detail may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.

The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment if applicable.

Employment-based visa sponsorship at Virginia State University (VSU) is not guaranteed and will be evaluated carefully on a case-by-case basis. Federal law does not require employers to provide immigration sponsorship and VSU is not obligated to offer it. Employment at VSU does not permit an individual to work in the United States unless the appropriate employment authorization has been obtained and verified in accordance with federal immigration compliance requirements.

Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability use this link: or call DARS at .

Contact Information

Name: Boatemaa Nyarko-Brentuo

Phone:

Email:

In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.