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Accountant

Senior Accountant (Advanced)

Staff

UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master’s and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

The Controller’s Office, part of the Division of Finance and Administration, is responsible for processing all University disbursements, general ledger accounting, construction accounting, cash management, and fixed assets. The unit is responsible for the disbursement of all University funds (payroll and accounts payable) in accordance with University and state policies and procedures. This unit is also responsible for a myriad of financial reporting to federal and state agencies, including W-2 information, 941 information, and 1099information. This unit is actively involved in the implementation of new administrative systems including; problem resolution, training, report writing, and data conversion. The areas within this unit are: Payroll, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Foundation Finance, Cashiers and Student Accounts, and Financial Accounting.
The primary purpose of Foundation Finance is to provide a full range of accounting and financial reporting services for the affiliated organizations that support the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.

This is critical to UNCG as well as the six affiliated organizations. Accurate financial reporting is required by management to make financial decisions within the organizations and the University.
Accuracy is also essential for maintaining compliance with Federal and State laws, board decisions, and donor-imposed restrictions.

The Foundation Finance Senior Accountant is responsible for providing accounting for the affiliated organizations of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The affiliated organizations are The UNCG Excellence Foundation, The Weatherspoon Art Foundation, The Endowment Fund of UNCG, The UNCG Investment Fund, and the Capital Facilities Foundation. The Foundation Finance Senior Accountant will lead and direct the Foundation Finance team that provides support for the affiliated organizations. This position reports to the Assistant Controller for Operations. The Assistant Controller for Operations reports to the University Controller. The Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration serves as the Treasurer for the affiliated organizations.

The accounting support provided by the Senior Accountant includes specialized reporting on the Banner Finance and Art Management System, reviewing investment and custodian reports used in the preparation of unitized market ledgers for the University Investment Fund and the underlying ledgers for the participants in the Investment Fund, and preparation of reports for internal management utilizing Excel and Web focus. The Senior Accountant also assists with the annual audit by preparing audit schedules, running reports, and answering questions for the external auditors. The Senior Accountant will lead and assist in the implementation of Fundriver, a unitized endowment accounting solution.

Key Responsibilities:
15% – Lead and direct the Office of Foundation Finance team
15% – Specialized Reporting
40% – Complete Market Ledgers
20% – Prepare audit schedules and financial statements
5% – Serve as Financial Liaison
5% – Review Art Inventory System

Bachelor’s degree with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or Associate’s degree in accounting; or Associate’s degree in business or related discipline with 12 credit hours of accounting coursework; or equivalent combination of training and experience. all degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Higher Education and/or Endowment/Foundations experience
Proficient with Microsoft Office – particularly Excel Pivot tables

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Applicants must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. The application must be completed in full detail for your qualifications to be considered.
Applicants are required to upload the following documents with their electronic application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

1. Name,
2. Company Name,
3. Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references will need to be a current or previous supervisor.
4. Email Address
5. Contact Phone Number

$73,022

Office of the Controller - 56202

8 A.M - 5 P.M., M-F, minimal overtime expected

12

Administrative & Managerial

Accountant

11/17/2021

12/08/2021

1.000

Exempt

77

Lead and direct the Office of Foundation Finance team.

Monitor all bank account reconciliations and assure that correcting journal entries are completed the month following the discrepancy.
Review general ledgers for Capital Facilities Foundation, Excellence, Endowment, Weatherspoon Art Foundation, and UNCG Investment Fund (UNCGIF) on a monthly basis and perform account analyses as needed.

Lead and direct the Accountant. Analyze information to be sure it is entered correctly, at the appropriate time, and that reports are accurate.

Specialized Reporting.

This includes yearly management reports, budgets, and investment reports; and periodic user-friendly financials, cash availability, and total return analyses as well as surveys for various outside organizations. Assist Financial Reporting team during Thirteen Month for the blending of the foundations into the UNCG financial. As well as assist with the Foundation investment sections of the annual CAFR and University financial statements.

Knowledgeably prepare reports and analyses accurately and timely. Prepare financial information reports for board meetings sufficiently in advance to allow for review and distribution in advance of meetings. Complete surveys for outside entities that are complete and accurate.

Complete market ledgers for UNCGIF, Excellence, Endowment, and Campus Ministries.

Calculate and report on spending distributions and admin fees. Coordinate spending and related liquidations as well as disbursement to UNCG. Review and approve quasi transfer requests.

Complete and analyze market ledgers to ensure equitable distribution of earnings. Must be knowledgeable of restrictions and special circumstances. Market ledgers are to be completed within 5 days of receiving Custodian reports. Accuracy is critical. Liquidation/Disbursements are accurate and timely.

Prepare audit schedules and financial statements.

Prepare and explain schedules to auditors. Reconcile all funds, art inventory, gift shop inventory and verify that all balance with Banner. Prepare and analyze audit schedules. Must be able to explain to auditors in order to maintain an unqualified opinion for CFF, Excellence, Endowment Fund, and UNCGIF. Financial Statements must be completed timely and accurately. Manage the RFP process for the external auditors on an annual basis.

Financial liaison with Advancement Services, Weatherspoon Museum, banks, and stockbrokers.

Assist in obtaining the desired outcome in any areas of concern. Respond timely to requests for information and advice. Interact with Development Officers, Fiscal Agents, Stockbrokers, staff, and donors as needed to ensure gifts are handled properly.

Review Art Inventory System.

Monitor embARK system to see that all fixed assets are being properly accounted for.

Knowledge - Professional

In-depth knowledge of accounting theories and principles and systems design. Ability to recognize complex and unique issues and develop resolution and/or consult with leadership in order to achieve resolution. Knowledge to consistently serve as a technical resource.

Ability to identify problems and changing requirements regarding management needs, auditing, fiscal procedures, account structures or reports, and accounting systems. Ability to make necessary modifications.

Advanced

Financial Monitoring & Analysis

Ability to independently resolve complex problems for which no clear precedent exists within the current system or ability to implement new accounting structures. Ability to supervise resolution and/or implementation. May require the ability to design and implement organization and program-specific accounting procedures/systems. Ability to examine and analyze complex financial statements. Ability to institute changes based on findings.

Ability to research, analyze, and ensure implementation of new and/or changing accounting and reporting systems. Ability to provide training and consultation related to new systems and/or reporting methodology. Ability to ensure the development of related policies and procedures.

Ability to recommend actions or alternatives to be taken by management when accounting data discloses unfavorable trends or deviations or financial mismanagement.

Ability to make risk assessment of systems of internal control. May require the ability to approve improvements/changes to internal control systems.

Advanced

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Ability to independently resolve and/or develop recommendations for unprecedented, complex issues and problems. Ability to serve as a resource for others in resolving unprecedented, non-standard issues and problems. Ability to anticipate problems and develop recommendations for management resolution.

Advanced

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Ability to convey concise, comprehensive, and accurate findings on matters of a complex nature in written form. Ability to provide conclusions and recommendations that are based on extensive professional knowledge and judgment.

Ability to convey issues of a complex nature in a clear, concise, and organized manner. May require the ability to consult and/or negotiate with senior management/external entities regarding funding levels, cost allocations, or related financial issues.

Advanced

Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions - F, Hand Movement-Grasping - O, Holding - O, Finger Dexterity - F, Reading - F, Writing - O, Vision-Preparing/Analyzing figures - C, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Sitting - F, Walking - R, Lifting-0-30 lbs. - R

Inside - C, Overtime - R