Senior Financial Analyst – Governmental Accounting, Institutional Accounting Reporting and Analysis
Job Description:
- Responsible for key duties related to the preparation, analysis and external audits of the financial statements for West Virginia University
- Prepare and analyze the annual and interim financial statements
- Develop footnote disclosures and required supplementary information in accordance with governmental accounting standards
- Coordinate and complete annual external audits and mid-year reviews
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Provide advanced accounting guidance and support to various departments and auxiliary units
- Analyze complex agreements and determine appropriate accounting treatment
- Manage the development and analysis of various financial reports for external agencies
- Perform financial-related projects and collaborate with leadership on financial planning
Requirements:
- A Bachelor‘s degree in Accounting is required
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience in financial operations of a complex organization
- Advanced knowledge of financial systems and software is required
- A Master’s degree in Accounting and/or Certified Public Accountant license will be considered when experience is less than five years
- In depth knowledge of accounting and financial reporting for state governments and public higher education
- Demonstrated expert knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Strong accounting experience and experience with the preparation of financial statements, including cash flow statements
- Advanced skills with spreadsheet and word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Excel and Word) and other accounting software and financial systems
- Strong mathematical skills necessary to perform complex financial calculations
- Must have the ability to apply sound professional judgment.
Benefits:
- 37.5-hour work week
- 13 paid holidays
- 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
- 18 sick days per year
- Generous health insurance options
- 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
- Eligibility to continue health insurance and other retiree perks
- Wellness programs