Accounting Manager - Federal, State, & External Awards

The Pennsylvania State University

University Park, PA, US
Base: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00; bonus/equity: not ...
Hybrid
8+ years relevant accounting experience
3+ years supervisory experience
Federal and state regulatory compliance
The Accounting Manager leads the Federal, State, and External Awards Team in managing financial aid programs, grants, and loans while ensuring strict adherence to federal and state regulations

Job Summary

  • The Accounting Manager leads the Federal, State, and External Awards Team in managing financial aid programs, grants, and loans while ensuring strict adherence to federal and state regulations.
  • This role requires preparing cyclical financial reports, monitoring campus-based aid cash management, and collaborating with the Office of Student Aid on critical compliance documents like the FISAP.
  • Candidates must possess strong accounting expertise, proven staff supervision capabilities, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid remote and on-campus environment.

Matching Summary

The Accounting Manager leads the Federal, State, and External Awards Team in managing financial aid programs, grants, and loans while ensuring strict adherence to federal and state regulations.

Salary

Base: $86,300.00 - $129,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years relevant accounting experience
  • 3+ years supervisory experience
  • Federal and state regulatory compliance
  • Financial aid program management
  • Complex account reconciliation skills
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • PeopleSoft or Flywire ERP experience
  • Higher education financial operations background
  • Strong problem-solving and delegation skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Continuous quality improvement mindset

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 8+ years relevant experience including 3+ years supervisory
  • Eligible for U.S. Department of Education platform access
  • Successful completion of credit history check
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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