Job Description:

Posting Details

Job Posting Information

Job Posting Number	S603
Position Title	Accountant
Class Title	Staff
Regular or Contingent II	Regular (PIN)
Desired Start Date
FLSA	Exempt
Salary Range	$70,000 - $80,000
Open Date	02/22/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Duties and Responsibilities	Responsible for reconciling expenditures between the State accounting system and the internal accounting system on a monthly basis. Assist with preparation of annual financial statements, financial schedules and reports for yearend and monthly closing for all financial systems. Maintain the debt schedules, leases, and file Amusement Tax forms. Compile and record monthly chargebacks and tuition remission. Prepare and enter financial transactions into accounting system. Reconcile other account activity. Analyze transactions for appropriateness and correctness. Assist with maintaining files for financial reports and entries and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education	Bachelors degree in Accounting or related subject required.
Experience	Two (2) years of experience as an accountant or related position required.. Experience should include reconciliations, use of computer spreadsheets and word-processing software. Experience in Oracle, Workday accounting software or the equivalent is a plus.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities	Requires a workable knowledge and understanding of basic accounting principles and accounting systems and methods of reconciling. Requires a good aptitude for math, an ability to analyze and classify accounting transactions, and a general knowledge of accounting and the principles and practices of auditing. Also requires an ability to multi-task and prioritizes duties as necessary. Skills to analyze, research, and solve problems independently. Possesses proficient skills in computer spreadsheets including Excel and Pivot Tables, and Microsoft Word are required. Must have good organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must work well with others.
Conditions of Employment	Please be advised, COVID-19 vaccinations are strongly encouraged but not required for eligible faculty and staff employed by Bowie State University. This protocol may be subject to change.
Other	Union Position. BSU offers a generous benefits package, which includes 22 vacation days, 13 holidays, 15 sick days; comprehensive health insurance and retirement options; and tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any of the University System of Maryland schools.

Posting Detail Information

Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Internal Postings	https://bowiestate.peopleadmin.com/postings/3575

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a minimum two (2) years of experience in accounting or related business functions?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have a Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Reference 1
2. Letter of Reference 2
3. Letter of Reference 3

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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