Alabama State University, Business and Finance, invites applications to fill the Senior Accountant II position in Grants & Contracts Accounting. This position reports to the Chief Accountant, and performs advanced accounting duties according to established procedures, and regulations in Business and Finance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced accounting duties calling for the application of professional accounting techniques
• Exercise judgment in allocating charges and credits to appropriate accounts
• Prepare journal entries for unusual transactions
• Assist with the preparation, review and coordination of A-133 audit work grant-related
• Gives technical advice to subordinate accounting personnel in the performance of their work
• Exercise independence, judgment in making decisions regarding interpretation of procedures and regulations
• Assist the Chief Accountant in planning, directing, and supervising the work of accounting personnel and with the training of inexperienced accountants
• Assist in supervising the electronic and manual posting of accounting information to control accounts from detained records
• Help in modification/additions to the existing accounting system and operations
• Analyze the variances in expenditure/revenue projection and prepare cash flow statements
• Prepare adjusting journal entries, verifying current applications of accounting and mathematical accuracy
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and semi-annual reports required by all Federal Agencies
• Assist in supervising the maintenance of the accounting records and prepares required management reports
• Assist with financial statement preparation
• Help with special projects such as request for information form external agencies and internal departments, and perform other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, and 5 years of related experience OR Master's degree in Accounting/MBA or related field, and 2 years of related experience required.

EEOC STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.

All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama Group Health and Dental
MetLife Group Life Insurance
Guardian Life Inusrance Group Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick Leave
Annual Leave
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Program
Flexible Spending Account
Tuition Assistance

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