Accountant, Business Office - Cameron University

POSTED JOB TITLE:
Accountant, Business Office

JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Accountant is a full-time position reporting to the Controller and assisting the Vice President for Business and Finance.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• The collection of University grant revenue and reconciliation of related general ledger accounts to include budget and audit preparation;
• Providing analytical and management support for financial activities related to grants;
• Performing billing and accounts receivable follow-up for assigned grants;
• Assisting with financial grant reports and requests for granting authorities, internal audits, and external audits as needed;
• Reviewing and monitoring individual grants and transactions for compliance with local, state, and federal requirements;
• Coordinating with the Financial Assistance Department in the reconciliation and reporting of federal loan and grant funds, including monitoring federal work study funds;
• Assisting with the compiling of year-end financial statements, including the University Radio Station;
• Assisting faculty and staff in interpreting financial data;
• Reviewing invoices and travel requests;
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Controller or Vice President for Business and Finance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two years or more of relevant experience.
2. Must be able to comprehend and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations and communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
3. Ability to perform problem solving and decision-making as well as maintain effective working relationships.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Two years or more of accounting and/or higher education experience.
2. Knowledge of computer based enterprise resource planning systems and a thorough understanding of higher education administration.

SALARY RANGE:
Commensurate with education and experience.

INSTITUTION:
Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

APPLYING:
Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.

DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, only candidates whose applications are received by March 28, 2022 are assured of receiving full consideration.

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