Florida National University -
Major Responsibilities : The Accounting Staff play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the accounting department's daily operations. This position is responsible for processing financial transactions, assisting with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions, while ensuring compliance with IRS regulations. The role involves reconciling bank statements, balancing ledgers, and supporting various special projects for the Comptroller.
Key Responsibilities :
- Communication Management : Respond promptly to daily communications via email and voicemail, addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Policy Adherence and Ethical Compliance : Ensure strict adherence to the University's mission, policies, procedures, ethical standards, compliance with data protection regulations and pertinent legal regulations in all aspects of admission activities.
- University Engagement : Participate in Commencement Exercises, new student orientation, university events, committees, self-studies, and University Commencement Ceremonies.
- Special Projects : Execute special projects assigned by the President or supervisor.
- Compliance Adherence : Ensure compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, as well as FNU Policies, Procedures, Rules and Regulation, the FNU Code of Ethics, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Florida Information Protection Act of 2014 (FIPA), the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
- Assigned Duties : Undertake other assigned duties as required.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities :
General Ledger & Financial Record Management
Verify general ledger posting details and maintain accurate financial recordsPost journal entries as needed and prepare general ledger entries for various transactionsBalance and maintain general ledger accounts across multiple functionsCharge transactions to corresponding accounts with proper documentationRun account ledger cards and match with student files for accuracyBank Reconciliation & Cash Management
Perform daily bank statement reviews and complete monthly bank reconciliationsBalance checks to verify status as cleared or outstandingReview daily bank deposits and ensure alignment with Campus Vue reportsReceive and process student payments, including cash and check transactionsIdentify, reconcile, and notify management of any discrepanciesFinancial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare Excel spreadsheets and generate various financial reports for management reviewGenerate daily credit card chargeback reports for tracking purposesReview monthly statements and compare against corresponding invoicesProcess daily financial transactions and maintain up-to-date recordsMonth-End & Closing Procedures
Complete monthly intercompany closing proceduresSupport month-end and year-end closing activitiesEnsure compliance with IRS rules and regulationsVerify accuracy of all financial data and transactionsStudent Account Management
Match refund checks with student files and obtain appropriate signaturesProcess and reconcile student account transactionsMaintain organized student financial documentationAccounts Payable Support
Assist accounts payable department with processing and vendor paymentsSupport accounts receivable operations and billing activitiesProcess payroll data and maintain employee payment recordsSpecial Projects & Collaboration
Support the Comptroller with various accounting projects and initiativesCollaborate with other departments on financial mattersAssist with audit preparation and provide necessary documentationParticipate in process improvement efforts and provide analytical support as neededRequirements :
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or other related fields2-3 years of general ledger and / or public accountingAbility to process and handle confidential information with discretionExperience working with budgetsSolid analytical skillsHigh degree of accuracy and attention to detailExcellent time management skills, able to prioritize.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including ability to manipulate large amounts of data and work with complex formulas / advanced Excel functionsHigh sense of urgency, solution oriented, self-motivated with strong work ethicStrong communication skills and ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality of workOutstanding written and verbal communication skillsBilingual English / SpanishJob Type : Full-time.