Johnson And Wales University Providence , RI 02940
Posted 3 weeks ago
Summary
Manages accounting work within the finance department from the initial recording through the reporting prepared for internal supervisory review
Diversity & Inclusion
Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply.
Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Essential Job Functions
Manages and conducts general accounting work, which may include but is not limited to contributions, grants, investments, fixed assets and taxation, and provides guidance, as necessary
Researches and gathers information, monitors Financial Accounting Standards Board pronouncements, and monitors changes in governmental regulations related to financial accounting to maintain accurate recording and reporting of financial information and to maintain compliance with regulations
Provides updates to staff on changes to financial recording and reporting rules and industry regulations
Assists with departmental budget
Supervises and develops the department staff, facilitating professional opportunities to improve individual capability and managing performance against job accountabilities, department goals and established university, campus and department policies and procedures
Supervises and manages student employees, as necessary, to enhance their academic and professional development
Performs other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
Minimum of a bachelor's degree
Moderate amount of experience working in public accounting, not-for-profit accounting or other related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field of study
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Experience using Oracle Cloud
Please Note:
Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.
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