STAFF ACCOUNTANT
LSUHSC
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Accounting
Posted on November 25, 2024
Position Summary: Working under the supervision and direction of the Assistant Director for General Accounting, the incumbent for this position will be responsible for various administrative and professional general accounting functions. Duties performed requires knowledge of financial accounting and applicable Health Sciences Center (HSC) policies and procedures. This position performs general ledger functions to ensure information is entered timely and accurately into electronic systems to facilitate timely month end and year end functions.
Basic Duties:
Prepare daily journal entries for financial systems. This function will require the interpretation of source documents obtained from various academic and administrative departments. Verify the accuracy and appropriateness of information received. Contact departments as necessary for corrections and additional documentation.
Prepare daily journal entries for financial systems. This function will require the interpretation of source documents obtained from various academic and administrative departments. Verify the accuracy and appropriateness of information received. Contact departments as necessary for corrections and additional documentation.
Examine and analyze various reports as necessary to prepare weekly and monthly journals for banking, credit card systems, and internal transactions. Create miscellaneous journals from various reports for entry into financial systems as requested. Assists in the month-end and year-end close processes as needed.
Collect and review daily remote bank deposit reports from various departments, student receivables and/or other miscellaneous revenue sources for journal preparation.
Run reports, interpret results, and prepare spreadsheets for reporting as needed.
Maintain the confidentiality of the records for the General Accounting section, including filing, scanning, and retrieval as requested. Maintains an understanding of record retention policies and applies accordingly.
Required Education: Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field.
Required Experience: Minimum 1 year relevant work experience
Certified Public Accountant preferred
One or more years of Accounting or Financial experience in the Higher Education industry preferred.
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (HRMADA@lsuhsc.edu).
Apply online: https://lsuhsc.peopleadmin.com/postings/18450
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