Senior Accountant/Accounting Manager

A humble college founded before Texas was a state, Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education, both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions, just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011, Baylor has been named as one of the nation’s “Great Colleges to Work For”. Great Colleges to Work For® is one of the country’s largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year, Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey, conducted by ModernThink, is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career. 

What We are Looking For

The Senior Accountant/Accounting Manager will support the mission of the University by ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting and accounting operations. This role is responsible for recording, reviewing, analyzing, and reconciling financial transactions in accordance with GAAP and University policies. This position serves as a key accounting resource providing guidance to departments and contributing to process improvements, month-end, and year-end close, and financial reporting activities and is responsible for supporting the development and maintaining compliant solutions for the University’s fixed assets and capital projects.

A bachelor's degree and three years of experience are required. A master's degree and five years of experience are preferred. A CPA is required for the Accounting Manager level.

A valid US Driver License with a clear driving record of at least two years is required.

Must be able to travel outside of the state of Texas. 

The University reserves the discretion to hire at either level role.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a Full-Time basis.

What You Will Do

• Manages lifecycle activities of capital assets and capital projects, including maintaining property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) records and systems
• Evaluates expenditures for proper capitalization, supports the capitalization process, and collaborates with Facilities Management to track and manage capital project financials within Oracle and ensuring data accuracy across systems
• Monitors and reconciles project balances and ensures alignment between subledgers and the General Ledger while assessing financial impact on budgets and cash flow
• Serve as a subject matter expert for the capital project and fixed asset subledgers within the Oracle financial system
• Prepares, analyzes, and records routine and non-routine journal entries to support accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes
• Processes and reviews Project Portfolio Management (PPM) System subledger transactions and ensures proper integration with the General Ledger
• Performs ongoing detailed reconciliations of Fixed Assets, capital projects, and other balance sheet accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness, and integrity of financial data
• Research discrepancies, coordinates adjusting entries, and reviews transactions for timeliness, appropriate chart of accounts coding, and compliance with GAAP and University policies
• Maintains current knowledge of GAAP, financial regulations, and University policies to ensure compliance 
• Reviews transactions for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to accounting standards and internal controls
• Prepares and analyzes monthly and annual financial statements and supporting schedules 
• Coordinates audit support activities, including preparing audit schedules and responding to inquiries
• Ensures all financial reporting meets institutional requirements and regulatory standards
• At the manager level, provides training, supervision, and mentorship to staff and student workers
• Serves as a key resource to departments by offering consultative support on accounting, financial processes, and policy interpretation 
• Participates in committees, cross-functional initiatives, and process improvement efforts
• Attends and/or facilitates meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities to maintain expertise
• Performs financial and variance analysis and evaluates the financial impact of current and future capital expenditures to support strategic decision-making
• Supports the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts related to depreciation, amortization, and capital projects
• Leads or contributes to special projects
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission and the Controller's Office
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

Learn more about Baylor and our strategic vision, Baylor in Deeds.  Also, explore our great hometown of Waco and the many opportunities to engage locally.  If you are new to Central Texas, This is Waco!