Service Center Accountant

Overview

We invite qualified individuals to apply to join the USU Controller's Office - a group of individuals who are dedicated to customer service and have high expectations of performance standards and values. Our team supports staff, faculty, and administrators across the university to help them achieve the mission of the University. We believe in maintaining an open and relaxed atmosphere with both planned personal training opportunities and team fun events. Our staff members are team players who excel at building trusting relationships with customers and co-workers. We strive for building a reputation of integrity and always doing the right thing. If you desire to work in such an environment and meet the qualifications, we are anxious to receive your application.

This position is part of the Cost Accounting Analysis & Equipment Management team in the Controller's Office. The successful applicant will participate in the analysis of proposed business plans including revenue and expense projections, rate calculations, actual fiscal results, and compliance with Federal and State regulations and University Service Center policies and procedures. In addition, the position plays an important role in monthly and annual accounting period closing processes and annual report preparation.

This position is eligible for excellent benefits including: 13 paid holidays, earn 22 days of paid leave and 12 days of sick leave per year, 50% tuition reduction for employee and spouse, competitive health benefits packages, and a generous contribution into your retirement. View more information here: https://www.usu.edu/hr/files/benefits/Benefits_Summary.pdf.

This position is eligible for hybrid work within the state of Utah.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with all University Service Centers (SC's) to provide training and guidance to ensure SC rates are compliant with Federal regulations and that the SC's operate according to University policies and procedures.

• Applies cost accounting skills to understand proposed SC rates and work with departments to develop rates that correctly reflect costs for recovery.

• Monitors monthly and annual Service Center financial reports focusing on compliance with Federal regulations and University policies and procedures.

• Performs monthly and annual reconciliations and journal entries for Service Center activities.

• Participates in annual fiscal year-end closeout processes and annual report preparation and review.

• Analyzes financial documents, statistical data, historical data and presents to and interprets results for management.

• Consistently works on highly complex problems requiring independent action and decision making. Must determine best course of action to resolve problems and make recommendations for improvement.

• Assist with pulling and preparing documentation requested by internal and external auditors.

• Subject Matter Expert in federal, state, and university regulations and policies affecting sponsored awards.

• Communicates with central and departmental Finance & Administration Services personnel and academic faculty.

• Participates and makes substantive contributions in Controller's Office activities.

• Other assignments and back-up duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six years of relevant experience; OR a bachelor's degree plus two years of experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Excellent computer skills, with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, human relations, and effective oral and written communication skills.

• Self-motivated and able to successfully complete work assignments with limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business.

• Knowledge of federal regulations for grants and contracts.

• Experience with Banner accounting system.

• Experience in higher education accounting.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV" Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

College/Department Highlights

Utah State University recently earned recognition as one of the top 146 research institutions in the nation. Cost Accounting Analysis & Equipment Management (Controller's Office) is part of the central administrative infrastructure that supports USU's amazing faculty and staff as they perform critical research, instruction, and other activities supported by external sponsors.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university, with a strong commitment to excellence, access, and inclusion, empowering people to lead successful lives of involvement, innovation, and impact. Utah State provides high-quality education to 27,500-plus students locations throughout the state, including at three residential campuses, eight statewide campuses, and 23 education centers. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

Utah State is committed to cultivating a community of inclusive excellence where all perspectives, values, cultures, and identities are acknowledged, welcomed, and valued. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

About the Region

U.S. News and World Report ranked Utah first for its strong economy, fiscal stability, education, and health care. Outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities abound throughout the state, including five national parks, 43 state parks and recreation areas, and 15 alpine ski resorts. The home of USU's main campus, Logan, is a city of 54,000-plus people in a picturesque mountain valley 80 miles north of Salt Lake City. The Logan metro area claimed the top spot in the Milken Institute's 2022 ranking for best-performing small cities in the nation.

• updated 04/2024

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• updated 09/2023