Accountant; General

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University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Title: Accountant (General)

The Accountant in the Comptroller’s Office is responsible for performing routine and complex accounting and analytical work requiring professional knowledge of the theory and practice of recording, classifying, examining, analyzing accounting records and financial transactions, and generating and monitoring financial reports. The Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager.

UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents.

Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

• Reconcile banking activity to the general ledger for major operating cash accounts for the university (Operating, Payroll, Disbursements, Online Credit Cards).
• Import large amounts of data and analyze for corresponding reconciliation adjustments.
• Reconcile monthly general ledger transactions, to include payroll liabilities and expense accounts.
• Balance sheet account reconciliations and any reconciliations required for quarter close or year end audit.
• Analyze general ledger accounts; prepare, review and post journal entries and adjustments.
• Provide supporting documentation and appropriate accounting information to managers and senior staff when necessary.
• Perform account analysis for any discrepancies or variances identified.
• Prepare and assist with year-end audit work papers for external auditors.
• Evaluate cash receipts received at the bank and determine where items should be posted.
• Analyze, review and perform unrestricted and restricted fund accounting daily.
• Assist with financial reporting for the Comptroller’s office.
• Prepare balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement and any necessary reclassifying entries for financial statement presentation.
• Perform quarter end and year end closing entries.
• Assist with preparation of financial board materials for quarterly meetings.
• Assist with university surveys: IPEDs, financial profile, etc.
• Document processes and procedures for areas of responsibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications, databases, spreadsheets, and/or word processing.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, and technical skills.
• Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of accounting.
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
• Skill in operating a calculator and/or a ten key adding machine.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting problems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to apply accounting principles and practices to non-profit accounting.
• Ability to interpret and analyze financial documents and reports.
• Ability to prepare a variety of financial statements, reports, and analyses.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, and use rational judgment in making work-related decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with…