Financial Accountant II - Fort Wayne, United States - University of Nebraska

Description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

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PDFformat."

Position Information

Position Information
Working Title
Working Title

Financial Accountant II
Department
Department

Accounting-0977
Requisition Number
Requisition Number

S_240089
Posting Open Date
Posting Open Date

02/01/2024

Application Review Date:
(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date:
(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

02/15/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled

Yes
Description of Work
The Financial Accountant II provides financial accounting oversight for the Utilities department projects and operations at

UNL . Perform and coordinate financial processes with Utilities staff and Business & Finance Business Center staff. Assists senior management with budgeting, financial reporting and analyses.

This position applies acumen and understanding of business concepts and processes to provide senior management with actionable decision making analytics.

Will assist with other miscellaneous accounting functions, as needed or assigned.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve.

The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation.

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Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, finance, business administration; equivalent education/experience considered. Two years of relevant professional accounting and/or finance work experience.
Extensive experience utilizing Microsoft Excel and experience with


SAP
or similar


ERP
system. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written, communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems. Demonstrated proficiency in general office software, including Microsoft Office products. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines. Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Accounting is preferred. Public accounting experience. University or higher education experience. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and best accounting practices. Thorough knowledge of fund accounting as described in the


AICPA
Audit Guide and by

GASB . Thorough understanding of Federal Cost Accounting Standards. Knowledge of


BOR
Bylaws, State policies and procedures and University policies and procedures, especially those related to accounting. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Extensive experience utilizing Microsoft Excel.


CPA
license is preferred.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

No
Physical Required
Physical Required

No
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

No
Criminal History Background Check Required
Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes
Posted Salary

$58,000/yr.
How to Apply
"Click on "Apply for this Job". You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or


PDF
format."

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Job Category (old)
Job Category (old)

Managerial/Professional
Job Type
Job Type

Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State)
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No
If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:
Appointment End Date
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