Senior Accountant

St . John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland;

and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings.

St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online.

The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St.

John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.

We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world .

Department : Business Affairs

Specific Job Title : Senior Accountant

Reports to : Associate Controller

Campus : Queens

Job Summary :

Reporting to the Associate Controller, the Senior Accountant is responsible for the reconciliation and analysis of the University’s plant assets, long-term debt, student loan fund , performance of various reconciliations and account analysis, and financial reporting .

Essential Functions :

Reconciliation and analysis of the University’s plant assets and related depreciation calculations including variance analysis and budget projections.

Reconciliation and analysis of the University’s long-term debt including maintaining related amortization schedules , prepar ation of debt service payment requests and related journal entries.

Preparation of current and future years' debt service projections . Reconciliation of debt service actuals to projections to ensure all transactions have been properly recorded and accounted for.

Reconciliation and analysis of f unds h eld by t rustee accounts and preparation of related journal entries.

Preparation of bond reimbursement / drawdown requests , including reconciliation to the general ledger to ensure all reimbursable expenses have been accounted for.

Reconciliation and analysis of the University’s student loan fund accounts , including coordinating with the third- party servicer and S tudent F inancial S ervices to ensure that the activities are recorded timely and accurately.

Prepar ation of monthly FISAP analysis and calculation of monthly cash balances for the various loan funds . Review annual FISAP report and coordinate with Student Financial Services to document and support the amounts reported.

Performance of monthly reconciliations and account analyses (including, but not limited to health insurance, student refunds, various asset and liability accounts) and related follow up and resolution of reconciling items with various departments .

Provide assistance with fiscal year-end audit and financial statements by preparation of supporting audit schedules and completion of footnote disclosures.

Serve as back-up for credit card functions.

Recruit, train, and supervise student workers.

Assist with documenting and updating accounting policies and procedures.

Recommend and implement procedures to improve the efficiency of assigned areas.

Perform other related duties and special projects as may become necessary .

Competencies :

Detail oriented with the ability to maintain accuracy while working on a variety of tasks.

Must possess analytical skills and be self-motivated .

Have an u nderstanding of accounting principles and the related internal controls.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Access.

Supervisory Responsibility :

Position supervise s student workers who assist with specific tasks.

Work Environment :

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, etc.

Physical Demands :

Physical demands would be of a typical office environment with employee required to sit for long periods on a computer .

Communicate by phone and email with various departments and outside constituents.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work :

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m . This position requires longer hours during the week for audits and to meet deadlines, as necessary.

Required Education and Experience :

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting , Finance, or related field.

3 to 5 years of related experience .

Preferred Education and Experience :

5 to 7 years of related experience .

Knowledge of Ellucian Banner financial systems preferred.

Other Duties :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual / hourly salary range for this position is $8 0,00 0 - $84,000 .

St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extendi n g a n offer .

This position may be relocated to any of St. John’s University’s physical locations at any time .

St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget.

We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St.

John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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