Senior Accountant

Georgetown University

Washington, DC, US
Base: $80,429.00 - $157,238.93; bonus/equity: not ...
Hybrid
Gaap compliance expertise
Month-end close process management
Complex general ledger reconciliation
The Senior Accountant plays a key role in the University's financial management by ensuring the integrity of financial records and systems

Job Summary

  • The Senior Accountant plays a key role in the University's financial management by ensuring the integrity of financial records and systems.
  • This position requires strong technical accounting skills to monitor general ledger transactions, coordinate month-end close activities, and prepare for year-end audits.
  • Georgetown University offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and tuition assistance.

Matching Summary

The Senior Accountant plays a key role in the University's financial management by ensuring the integrity of financial records and systems.

Salary

Base: $80,429.00 - $157,238.93; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • GAAP compliance expertise
  • Month-end close process management
  • Complex general ledger reconciliation
  • Financial statement line item review
  • Year-end audit preparation support

Nice-to-have

  • Leadership and teamwork atmosphere
  • Creative problem solving skills
  • Policy design and implementation experience
  • Training and guidance delivery
  • Analytical modeling and dashboard skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
  • CPA Certification required
  • 8+ years progressive financial accounting experience
  • Experience in higher education or non-profit preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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