Senior Accountant

The Senior Accountant position is responsible for supporting the financial operations unit of the University’s central finance office. Reporting to the Director of Financial Reporting and Accounting, the Senior Accountant will have primary responsibilities for Financial Reporting and Accounting.  Hybrid and in-person work options are available.

The Senior Accountant position requires experience in accounting and an understanding of standard accounting principles, experience reconciling; balancing and maintaining accounting records; working in a customer-oriented environment with a focus on helping customers achieve their operational objectives. The position will be required to develop proficiency with existing University policies and procedures relating to endowments and accounts receivable. 

Responsibilities and Duties:

This position will assist the Director of Financial Reporting with:

• Supports preparation of quarterly and year-end financial statements. Will actively work with other departments, and internal/external auditors.
• Supports in preparing external reports of financial data (IPEDS, NACUBO, etc.).
• Support in the creation, review, and documentation of financial accounting and operations policies and procedures.
• Aid in coordination of accounting matters with other departments, locations, and divisions including reconciliations and compliance related control measures when appropriate.
• Assist with analysis and implementation of new GASB Standards including formal documentation in an accounting memorandum.
• Perform analysis of financial transactions, ensuring adherence with federal, state, and University standards and regulations and document associated business processes.
• Review and verify the accuracy of journal entries and accounting classifications, including making journal entries.
• Analyze financial reports and records, making studies or recommendations on accounting reserves, assets and expenditures for the Financial Accounting and Reporting group.
• Work with other areas of Finance as needed, that include, but are not limited to cost accounting, sponsored research, leases and tax, and others.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to work with a complex accounting system and spreadsheet software.
• Ability to perform detailed work with numerical data and to make arithmetical calculations rapidly and accurately; ability to prepare financial reports and handle one or more aspects of fiscal operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of professional individuals.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment in making decisions related to accounting entries and in resolving customer inquiries.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Lease accounting and month-end close process experience
• Exceptional organization and execution/follow-up skills
• Ability to see big picture and know when/how to dive deeper into details
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively work with many different teams across the organization

  

The ideal candidates embody the UVA Finance  Core Value of Diverse and Inclusive Teams:   We value diversity, equity, inclusivity, and respect. We strive to create a culture where every team member feels included and valued, and where different backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas are celebrated.  UVAFinance is committed to the belief that diversity in all its forms is not merely a desirable complement to excellence; it is an essential component of it. The diversity of our team itself, and our team’s commitment to the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion,   strengthens our ability to effectively serve staff, faculty, students, suppliers, and the University community. Within UVAFinance, we are taking these efforts seriously, both in terms of our service to the University, the community, and our commitment to our employees.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:

• Required Education: Bachelor’s degree (Business or Accounting preferred).
• Preferred Education:  Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Accounting
• Required Experience: 5 years of accounting work experience.
• Preferred Qualification: Active CPA license
• Required Computer Applications: Microsoft Excel
• Preferred Computer Applications: Workday

The Senior Accountant will report to the Director of Financial Reporting.

For additional information about the position, please contact Justin Green – Director of Financial Reporting, at [email protected]

This position is located in Charlottesville, VA.

This position will remain open until filled.  This is an Exempt level, benefited position. Anticipated Hiring Range: $100,000-110,000 per year commensurate with education and experience. This position will not sponsor applicants for Visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.  For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Daniel Strong, Senior Recruiter at [email protected]

How to Apply:

Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration, please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the box.

Process for External Applicants: Please apply here . Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address).

Process for Internal UVA Applicants: Please apply through your Workday Home page, search “Find Jobs,” and search for ‘R0057428.’ Complete an application online and attach a cover letter, CV/resume, and contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address). 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance related field
Experience: Five years of experience.
Licensure: CMA, CFA, CTP, or CPA is typically possessed or acquired while in the position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person’s perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.