OFFICE OF THE UNIVERSITY CONTR (UA-CTRO-IUBLA)

The Office of the University Controller (UCO) provides leadership and guidance for financial compliance, systems, and services at Indiana University (IU). We strive to be a leader in higher education by embracing financial best practices, continuous improvement and by creating a culture of respect, integrity, and collaboration. As an organization, we value knowledge and different perspectives from our people, and we are welcoming of people of different backgrounds.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

Responsible for providing unit monitoring and oversight to mitigate financial compliance risk for IU in all aspects of financial, accounting, and controls compliance, as required by the Office of the University Controller (UCO).
Performs accounting and compliance activities on behalf of the unit.
Ensures unit-level accountability, compliance and controls for financial activity as defined in university policy and the IU Accounting Standards.
Acts as the unit-level liaison to UCO for all financial, accounting and controls compliance, including financial systems and reporting.
Provides unit support for the development and execution of compliance initiatives of UCO as part of UCO strategic planning.
Conducts quarterly unit financial analysis and closing material preparation in support of external financial and executive-level reporting.
Facilitates Internal Audit action/clean-up for financial items, as needed.
Provides external audit support requests, as required.
Provides unit support for special accounting projects, as needed.
Provides unit support for the implementation of institutional financial efficiencies.
Provides training and development for the unit on any of the items within the scope of tactical job responsibilities.

General Responsibilities

Applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Performs more complex accounting assignments requiring advanced professional experience, knowledge, and competency in accounting principle and practices to safeguard the organization's financial resources and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, laws, and reporting requirements.
Establishes and maintains accounting policies and controls, fiscal controls, and financial reports.
Prepares, reviews, and provides interpretation of complex reports and analyses for manager and officers.
Submits recommendations for improved operations.
Oversees and assists with specialized accounting assignments such as the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial activity.
Provides work leadership to lower-level accounting employees.

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

Bachelor's degree in accounting, or related field

Required

WORK EXPERIENCE

5 years relevant experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Preferred

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or license eligible

Skills

Required

Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Possesses a high degree of initiative
Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Analytical ability and a high level of numerical competence
Proficiency in IT and demonstrated skill in using Excel to produce financial reports
Ability to reconcile financial ledgers and process accounts payable/receivable
Organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to communicate effectively

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Bloomington, Indiana or Indianapolis, Indiana

This position is eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change based on university policy and business needs.

$85,000 - $90,000 annually, depending upon qualifications

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Career Level: Advanced

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Finance

Job Family: Accounting & Tax

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This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered
Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience
Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education
Bachelor's degree in accounting, or related field
5 years relevant experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Possesses a high degree of initiative
Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
Analytical ability and a high level of numerical competence
Proficiency in IT and demonstrated skill in using Excel to produce financial reports
Ability to reconcile financial ledgers and process accounts payable/receivable
Organizational skills and ability to manage deadlines
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment
The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation

Benefits

$85,000 - $90,000 annually, depending upon qualifications
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure
FLSA: Exempt

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing unit monitoring and oversight to mitigate financial compliance risk for IU in all aspects of financial, accounting, and controls compliance, as required by the Office of the University Controller (UCO)
Performs accounting and compliance activities on behalf of the unit
Ensures unit-level accountability, compliance and controls for financial activity as defined in university policy and the IU Accounting Standards
Acts as the unit-level liaison to UCO for all financial, accounting and controls compliance, including financial systems and reporting
Provides unit support for the development and execution of compliance initiatives of UCO as part of UCO strategic planning
Conducts quarterly unit financial analysis and closing material preparation in support of external financial and executive-level reporting
Facilitates Internal Audit action/clean-up for financial items, as needed
Provides external audit support requests, as required
Provides unit support for special accounting projects, as needed
Provides unit support for the implementation of institutional financial efficiencies
Provides training and development for the unit on any of the items within the scope of tactical job responsibilities
Applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Performs more complex accounting assignments requiring advanced professional experience, knowledge, and competency in accounting principle and practices to safeguard the organization's financial resources and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, laws, and reporting requirements
Establishes and maintains accounting policies and controls, fiscal controls, and financial reports
Prepares, reviews, and provides interpretation of complex reports and analyses for manager and officers
Submits recommendations for improved operations
Oversees and assists with specialized accounting assignments such as the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial activity
Provides work leadership to lower-level accounting employees
The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus
This position is eligible for remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and in-person work), subject to change based on university policy and business needs

Principal Accountant, University Administration

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