Accountant II

Position OverviewUnder general supervision, the position performs a range of detailed, moderately complex professional accounting functions. Work assignments at this level typically include: examination, analysis, maintenance, consolidation and reconciliation of financial records; creation and interpretation of financial statements and reports; participation in the development of budgets; may be assigned responsibility to provide training, supervision and/or assistance to other employees. Duties may include: Analyze accounting records for accuracy and completeness Research and resolve accounting problems and/or discrepancies Research and apply new accounting standards Research and apply relevant local, state, and federal regulations; Prepare, review or approve required returns and reports Generate standard and custom financial statements and other reports Oversee proper classification and coding of income and expenditures Analyze and forecast revenue and expenditure trends Assist in calculation of various departmental and University rates Analyze expenditures charged for appropriateness and compliance with University policy and procedures Interact with internal and external auditors and participate in auditing projects Recommend improvements in workflows, procedures and processes Conduct financial analysis of projects and prepare special reports Oversee and monitor accounting processes, schedules and databases Perform complex reconciliation functions Other duties as assignedRequired ExperienceTwo years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a computerized accounting system