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JOB SUMMARY
Performs complex accounting duties, prepares financial and statistical reports, delivers training to others, develops and/or manages complex budgets, and develops and documents controls for accounting systems to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of the business unit's financial transactions. May lead and be a resource for others in their department/unit.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred
4-6 years of relevant experience required
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
Leads and executes the development, organization, preparation, and updating of complex financial statements, journals, accounts, ledgers, and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions
Prepares and analyzes financial reports, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, and recommends solutions as needed
Monitors automated financial systems, develops, and documents controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity
Performs complex accounting and auditing reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, and reports
Develops and manages complex work unit budgets, analyzing funding sources, operational needs, budget trends, and financial commitments
Forecasts budget balances and recommends corrective action as needed
Answers questions and provides accounting related information to internal and external stakeholders according to established policies and procedures
Facilitates trainings and provides financial guidance to management and staff
Position Type
Finance
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Northeastern University · Boston