Location: Brookings,SD, USA
Senior Accountant
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Logo Institution South Dakota State University Working Title Senior Accountant Posting Number CSA02209P Department SDSU-Accounting Office-Controller Physical Location of Position (City) Brookings Posting Text
This posting will be used to fill 2 (two) vacancies
South Dakota State University is seeking two Senior Accountants to play a key role in analyzing financial data, preparing financial statements, and conducting interim reporting. The successful candidates will be familiar with GAAP and experienced with analyzing financial data.
Job Responsibilities: To compile and analyze financial data, prepare detailed reports, provide high level of understanding of university accounting systems, and serve as a resource for department end-users in correct accounting procedures.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Knowledge of:
* Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
* Computer software and systems (i.e., Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Banner, ERP system)
* Financial statements and related schedules according to FASB or GASB.
Skill & Ability to:
* Perform reconciliations and establish action plans to resolve financial discrepancies or errors.
* Prepare and review financial statements, footnote, and required supplementary information.
* Participate in external audits, prepare audit work papers, and assist the controller as needed.
* Identify areas for increasing efficiency and effectiveness; implement and document those changes while maintaining effective internal control and accurate financial information.
* Establish and maintain effective relationships.
* Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
* Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and multitask to meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
* At least one year of experience in preparing and analyzing financial data.
* Advanced excel skills and experience in SQL or other data reporting tools.
Comments: South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the university to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to the university's Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
Benefits: South Dakota State University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee, spouse, and dependents; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid holidays; educational assistance; retirement plans; and a generous vacation accrual and sick day allowance.
Application Procedures: South Dakota State University accepts applications through an online employment site; to apply, visit [SE9018;SE9345 - 10194]
Posting Date 11/06/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes First Consideration Date 11/20/2024 Advertised Salary $57,400 - 64,570/annually, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits Duration of the Term 12 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Work Hours
8-5 Monday through Friday
Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search This position requires No Requirement If other, please indicate Department Description and Cultural Expectations
South Dakota State University is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures.
South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation and the world. Its employees embrace the university's core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.
As the state's 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, Aberdeen and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.
SDSU was recognized as one of 54 institutions in the United States as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities in 2014. The university's total research expenditures are greater than $60 million. SDSU is the state's first High Research Activity institution as classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
Jackrabbits Athletics competes as a NCAA Division I member, with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling.
Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Livability.com rates Brookings as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees. It considers Brookings among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.
The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state's highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school and a high school.
The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children's Museum of South Dakota, Dakota Nature Park, South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, Outdoor Adventure Center and the Brookings Summer Arts Festival.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran's status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing ...@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) ###-####.
Contact Information
For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact SDSU Human Resources at 605-###-####.
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Documents Needed to Apply
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* Resume
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