Chief Accountant-Fin Reporting

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Chief Accountant-Fin Reporting

Description

Chief Accountant-Fin Reporting
40828BR
40828BR

Position Description
Performs highly responsible accounting functions according to established procedures, requiring knowledge of complex accounting systems; responsible for assembly and analysis of data; works under general supervision with latitude for technical judgment. May supervise subordinate employees.
This position will employ an individual with strong organizational skills, good time management skills, the ability to meet specific deadlines, and excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. The ideal candidate will have a basic skillset in finance and/or accounting with a background aligned with the TTUHSC Values Based culture: One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary & Beyond Service that supports the mission and vision of TTUHSC. The position's scope will include performing routine accounting tasks and financial analysis functions to support institutional business processes and administrative monitoring of the overall financial health of the institution.

Major/Essential Functions
Functions of the position include:

• Utilize proactive, clear and professional communication to provide changes and relevant information to supervisor and colleagues.
• Provide significant contributions in coordinating and preparing the University's Annual Financial Report (AFR).
• Monitor, interpret, and implement reporting requirements for GASB standards and other state and federal policies, and analyze the impact to university operations, financial compliance, and reporting practices.
• Analyze trial balance quarterly to identify possible coding errors or explain significant fluctuations.
• Support departmental leadership in establishing goals and objectives for financial reporting.
• Support departmental leadership in establishing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving reporting goals.
• Support leadership, including executive level leadership, to identify ways that financial data can be used to improve operations.
• Involvement will produce improved organizational effectiveness, reporting and compliance.
• Assess reporting processes to ensure proper function, and compliance with applicable policies and procedures.
• Recommend changes or improvements needed for reporting processes.
• Collaborate with operational accounting staff and other administrative departments to train, develop, strengthen, and maintain the integrity of the financial reporting process and provide updates on reporting changes.
• Assist in responding to internal and/or external auditor requests for financial reports.
• Assist in preparing ad hoc financial reports as requested for administrative use.
• Assist in functional analysis related to upgrades and development of computerized accounting systems.
• Prepare standardized reports such as LCME, IPEDS, Performance measures, Federal/State reporting, etc.
• Attend and participate in training and professional development related to accounting, finance, and leadership.
• Perform routine analysis of financial data for adherence to governing regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Analyze financial data for possible errors and, if necessary, initiate and perform corrective action.
• Document and update business processes and procedures.
• Process requests in the Budget Revision System approval queue.
• Process requests in the Fund Maintenance System approval queue.
• Process requests in the Financial Transaction System (FiTS) approval queue.
• Serve as Fund Manager for the department.
• Assist with entering and maintaining TTUHSC lease and SBITA information in LeaseQuery to accurately calculate amortization schedules and journal entries, if needed.
• Assist with the preparation of GASB surveys as assigned by the supervisor.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual operating budget and enter the budget in the Budget Prep System, if needed.
• Supervise and communicate effectively with employees and ensure that they have a great environment to work and grow professionally.
• Perform other duties and complete other projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a finance field required plus four years experience, preferably in a college or university environment.

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All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.








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