Staff Accountant, General

Job Description

Staff Accountant, General | Miami University

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Miami University, a public institution located in Oxford, OH. This Staff Accountant position is crucial for maintaining the financial integrity and operational efficiency of the university, providing essential accounting services within the General Accounting department. The role directly supports accounts receivable and auxiliary business units, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Oxford, OH
• Pay: $55000–$64500 yearly
• Team: General Accounting, supporting accounts receivable and auxiliary business units.
• Mission: This role provides core accounting services to maintain accurate financial records and support monthly and annual close processes for the university.
• Tech Stack: ERP software system(s), Excel, other relevant analytical software

What You’ll Actually Do
• General Ledger Close: Perform monthly and year-end close processes for the general ledger.
• Journal Entry Management: Create, record, and approve various journal entries.
• Financial Record Maintenance: Collaborate with Shared Services and Auxiliaries to maintain accurate financial records.
• Audit Support: Prepare workpapers and draft related footnote disclosures for the year-end audit, and coordinate NCAA audit workpaper submission.
• Account Reconciliation: Complete monthly reconciliations for the University, including accounts receivable and auxiliary business units.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or General Business.
• Experience: No specific minimum experience required. Preferred: 1 year or more of professional experience.
• Skills: Proficient in Excel and other relevant analytical software; excellent communication (verbal and written), analytical, time management and organizational skills; knowledge of GAAP and accrual based accounting; ability to work independently and within constraints of deadlines.
• Bonus: Active CPA license, or having met qualifications to sit for the CPA exam; experience with ERP software system(s); experience with fund accounting; working knowledge of FASB and/or GASB guidance.