The Operational Accountant is responsible for the identification, measurement and communication of the financial information. They coordinate current and new University financial operating processes to insure appropriate accounting and control over University financial resources. Prepare financial reports for management, and external requestors. Assist in preparation of the University financial statements and assist in the annual audit.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Identify and/or coordinate new processes affecting the financial systems and information. Identify and /or follow-up on all irregularities related to the financial accounting and processing
Identify, classify and record accounting transactions in the general and operating ledger systems including cash transactions. Reconcile general and operating ledger accounts between system and subsystem data to ensure and promote a strong internal control structure.
Supervise and control financial subsystem flows to the operating and general ledgers and work with the various constituencies to insure timely and accurate posting of financial information
Prepare and reconcile financial reports and analysis from the operating and general ledger systems for management and auditors.
Qualifications:
B.S. Accounting and 4-6 years of experience is required. |Knowledge and experience in financial systems. |Excellent analytical, problem solving and accounting skills essential |High attention to detail. |Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with both senior management and peers.
Position Type
Finance
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Founded in 1898, Northeastern University is a private research university located in the heart of Boston. Northeastern is a leader in worldwide experiential learning, urban engagement, and interdisciplinary research that meets global and societal needs. Our broad mix of experience-based education programs?our signature cooperative education program, as well as student research, service learning, and global learning?build the connections that enable students to transform their lives. The University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs leading to degrees through the doctorate in nine colleges and schools.