ACCOUNTANT

Develops and prepares various balance sheet account reconciliations and subsidiary ledger reconciliations to the General Ledger and works to resolve differences.

• Prepares and monitors the collection of various miscellaneous billings.
• Assists with month-end close, including the preparation of journal entries as assigned.
• Supports the development and implementation of accounting policies and procedures to ensure controls over transactional processing.
• Uses various software applications to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and/or reports.
• Works on periodic financial reports and analysis as necessary.
• Works with fixed assets.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance and zero to three years of experience.

Certificates, credentials or licenses required to perform the duties of this position:

Computer Skills:
Qualifications:
Some experience with fixed assets desirable. Ability to prepare and review financial statements and perform selected analysis on financial statements. Knowledge of established accounting principles and practices is required. Must possess strong analytical, logical and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide business solutions to opportunities and challenges as they arise. Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal with various levels of management. The candidate must be a self starter.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Does this job involve significant physical strain or activity?

What unusual working conditions are associated with this job?

Campus

Chicago-Water Tower

POSITION INFORMATION

Job Open Date

05-22-2017

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Candidates Eligible to Apply?

All Candidates

Application Types Accepted

University Staff Application

Required Applicant Documents

CV/Resume

Optional Applicant Documents

Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicants