Sr. Accountant

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The Department of Interentity Shared Services seeks a Sr. Accountant . This individual will oversee financial transactions relating to intercompany transactions between the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) and the Johns Hopkins Health System (JHHS) business areas as well as interface with departmental representatives at all levels as well as senior financial management.

Other responsibilities will include responding to inquiries from internal and external sources, reviewing accounting transactions, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining open communication with Hopkins departments, affiliated organizations and auditors.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

• Review and approve KB15N / journal transfers emailed daily to the shared Inter-Entity mailbox from across JHU and JHHS.
• Review requires applying a working knowledge of applicable laws, GAAP accounting and regulations for both sponsored and non-sponsored funds.
• Adhere to three-day commitment to process per Shared Service policy.
• Verify email for departmental approval from both sides of the transfer which is required by audit and JH policy.
• Review document for accuracy and completeness of accounting and description information and ensure correct use of Secondary Cost Elements and primary general ledger accounts which determine where the activity will report on the Financial Statements.
• Verify transaction for proper JHU, JHHS and sponsored compliance.
• Advise department of any errors and recommend corrections needed.
• Upload KB15N / journal in SAP via text file process.
• Communicate SAP document number to all parties involved.
• Reconcile log of total transfers processed for the month to SAP.
• Save KB15N / journal document in Oculus, the documentation system.

Settle monthly JHU JHHS intercompany cash.

• Determine amounts to be paid / received, coordinate wire transfers with treasury and process postings in SAP.
• Set up and process recurring assessments to distribute costs between JHU and JHHS.
• Work with various central Finance offices to set up allocations based on the approved budget.
• Adjust throughout the year as changes are approved by senior management.
• Assist Manager with coordinating the Inter-Entity Agreement (IEA) review and signature process with the JHU and JHHS Legal departments, intercompany payroll errors and the year-end planning and analysis.

Maintain Joint Administrative Agreement / Funds Flow documentation for JHHS affiliates and JHU School of Medicine (SOM)

• Serve as central contact to department administrators and finance staff.
• Create KB15N document and process monthly based on the approved budget amount.
• Coordinate year-end adjustments to actual costs as needed.
• Participate in the Funds Flow governance process by providing support to the JHHS In-take Committee as requested.
• Help JHUSOM departments identify open items that need to be accrued in Medvitals tool each month.
• Review accruals entered into Medvitals for month-end close and approve or reject the JHHS items. Gather JHHS accruals and reconcile to SOM’s amounts.
• Report to JHU and JHHS major differences in amounts and follow-up until resolved.
• Participate on Intercompany Solutions committee lead by Inter-Entity Shared Services.
• Take the lead in identifying new items based on accruals and plan meeting agenda accordingly.
• Prepare minutes after the meeting.
• Follow-up on open items to ensure they get processed on a timely basis and update open issues report to be used for the next monthly meeting.

Test SAP Support Packs and Upgrades

Assist EBS with testing KB15N, Assessments, IO Settlements and Service Center processing after support pack or upgrades are made to the test system;

develop test scripts; report any problems; document results; approve for update to live system.

Provide customer service support to both JHU and JHHS.

• Respond to questions sent to the Inter-Entity mailbox or personal box.
• Provide help with SAP and Analysis.
• Communicate widespread concerns to upper management for review.
• Interpret office operating policies and exercises independent judgment in the resolution of problems.
• Assist in writing and communicating policies and procedures related to intercompany process.
• Answer questions, provide guidance, and disseminate information based on knowledge and understanding of programs, initiatives, goals and objectives of the office.
• Perform other duties as requested.

The Department of Interentity Shared Services seeks a Sr. Accountant . This individual will oversee financial transactions relating to intercompany transactions between the Johns Hopkins University (JHU) and the Johns Hopkins Health System (JHHS) business areas as well as interface with departmental representatives at all levels as well as senior financial management.

Other responsibilities will include responding to inquiries from internal and external sources, reviewing accounting transactions, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining open communication with Hopkins departments, affiliated organizations and auditors.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Review and approve KB15N / journal transfers emailed daily to the shared Inter-Entity mailbox from across JHU and JHHS.
• Review requires applying a working knowledge of applicable laws, GAAP accounting and regulations for both sponsored and non-sponsored funds.
• Adhere to three-day commitment to process per Shared Service policy.
• Verify email for departmental approval from both sides of the transfer which is required by audit and JH policy.
• Review document for accuracy and completeness of accounting and description information and ensure correct use of Secondary Cost Elements and primary general ledger accounts which determine where the activity will report on the Financial Statements.
• Verify transaction for proper JHU, JHHS and sponsored compliance.
• Advise department of any errors and recommend corrections needed.
• Upload KB15N / journal in SAP via text file process.
• Communicate SAP document number to all parties involved.
• Reconcile log of total transfers processed for the month to SAP.
• Save KB15N / journal document in Oculus, the documentation system.

Settle monthly JHU JHHS intercompany cash.

• Determine amounts to be paid / received, coordinate wire transfers with treasury and process postings in SAP.
• Set up and process recurring assessments to distribute costs between JHU and JHHS.
• Work with various central Finance offices to set up allocations based on the approved budget.
• Adjust throughout the year as changes are approved by senior management.
• Assist Manager with coordinating the Inter-Entity Agreement (IEA) review and signature process with the JHU and JHHS Legal departments, intercompany payroll errors and the year-end planning and analysis.

Maintain Joint Administrative Agreement / Funds Flow documentation for JHHS affiliates and JHU School of Medicine (SOM)

• Serve as central contact to department administrators and finance staff.
• Create KB15N document and process monthly based on the approved budget amount.
• Coordinate year-end adjustments to actual costs as needed.
• Participate in the Funds Flow governance process by providing support to the JHHS In-take Committee as requested.
• Help JHUSOM departments identify open items that need to be accrued in Medvitals tool each month.
• Review accruals entered into Medvitals for month-end close and approve or reject the JHHS items. Gather JHHS accruals and reconcile to SOM’s amounts.
• Report to JHU and JHHS major differences in amounts and follow-up until resolved.
• Participate on Intercompany Solutions committee lead by Inter-Entity Shared Services.
• Take the lead in identifying new items based on accruals and plan meeting agenda accordingly.
• Prepare minutes after the meeting.
• Follow-up on open items to ensure they get processed on a timely basis and update open issues report to be used for the next monthly meeting.

Test SAP Support Packs and Upgrades

Assist EBS with testing KB15N, Assessments, IO Settlements and Service Center processing after support pack or upgrades are made to the test system;

develop test scripts; report any problems; document results; approve for update to live system.

Provide customer service support to both JHU and JHHS.

• Respond to questions sent to the Inter-Entity mailbox or personal box.
• Provide help with SAP and Analysis.
• Communicate widespread concerns to upper management for review.
• Interpret office operating policies and exercises independent judgment in the resolution of problems.
• Assist in writing and communicating policies and procedures related to intercompany process.
• Answer questions, provide guidance, and disseminate information based on knowledge and understanding of programs, initiatives, goals and objectives of the office.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, Finance or related field.
• Three years of progressively responsible related work experience. If bachelor's degree is in unrelated field, four years of progressively responsible experience is required.
• Additional education may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title : Sr. Accountant

Role / Level / Range : ATP / 04 / PD

Starting Salary Range : $62,900 - $110,100 Annually (Commensurate with experience)

Employee group : Full Time

Schedule : Monday- Friday, 37.5 Hours

Exempt Status : Exempt

Location : Hybrid / JH at Keswick

Department name : Interentity Shared Services

Personnel area : University Administration

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position.

Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education / training and other qualifications.

Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here : https : / / hr.

jhu.edu / benefits-worklife / .

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines : JHU Equivalency Formula : 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience.

Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education / experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester / quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice.

A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion .

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Accommodation Information

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.

edu . For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https : / / accessibility.jhu.edu / .

Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida.

We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine . Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons.

Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM).

SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https : / / www.

hopkinsmedicine.org / coronavirus / covid-19-vaccine / and all other JHU applicants should visit https : / / covidinfo.jhu.

edu / health-safety / covid-vaccination-information / .

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination.

This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing.

Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers.

Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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