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University of Maryland
Location: College Park, Maryland
Category: Admin-Business And Financial Management
Posting Date: 05/19/2022
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

Position Number:

800016

Title:

Accountant

Functional Title:

Accountant

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.00

Unit:

USMO-All University System of Maryland Office Units

Campus/College Information:

The University System of Maryland Office (USMO), led by Chancellor Jay A. Perman, is the staff to the Board of Regents. Staff members advocate on behalf of the 12 USM institutions, facilitate collaboration and efficiencies among the institutions, and provide information about the system to the public. With leadership from the USM Board of Regents and Chancellor Perman, the USMO coordinates academic programs, assists with long-range planning and resource management, facilitates private fund raising, and provides financial stewardship.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.

Vaccine Protocol

The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University System of Maryland (USM) recently announced that students, faculty, and staff on USM campuses this fall, including UMD, are required to be vaccinated against COVID. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

This position is located in Adelphi, MD. The Accountant provides basic accounting support for fundamental business operations of the University System of Maryland Administrative Office (USMO) and assists in the accumulation and compilation of financial information of the various Institutions comprising the University System of Maryland (USM), in accordance with identified external and internal constraints and guidance.

Responsibilities

Provides accounting for the USMO fixed asset inventory, ensuring USMO compliance with all aspects of the Policy on Equipment Control and preparing a semi-annual schedule of changes in Fixed Assets used in the preparation of the USMO’s interim and annual audited financial statements.
Provides accounting assistance and support in the periodic preparation of the USMO and USM financial statements and other periodic and ad-hoc financial reporting needs.
Provides accounting and other administrative support associated with the USM’s endowment funds, known as the Common Trust Fund.
Provides basic accounting, tracking, and coordination functions including inter-institutional billing, preparing invoices, and following up on collections.
Conducts Affiliated Foundation Financial and Compliance Reporting – reviews documentation provided, maintains checklist, and follows up on required reports.
Processes cash receipts and expense reports, monitors cellphone accounts, assists with annual reporting to the Department of Education, and serves as back-up for debt management accountant.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Accounting degree, CPA, or eligible to sit for CPA exam.

Experience: At least 1 year of work experience in accounting or audit. Must have financial reporting experience either with a public accounting firm or in a corporate environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Good written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in the use of personal computers and experience with Microsoft Office.

Preferences:

Education: N/A

Experience: 2 or more years of work experience in public accounting and/or financial reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: N/A

Additional Information:

The best consideration date for resumes is Friday, August 6th. Applicants must combine all application materials (cover letter, resume and list of three references with contact information) into one PDF or Microsoft word document to the following email address: hr-acct@usmd.edu.

Posting Date:

07/26/2021

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

08/06/2021

Diversity Statement:

The University System of Maryland is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or ancestry, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform the job, in accordance with applicable law. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, applicants should be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing their identities, their U.S. citizenship or alien status, and their authorization to work in the United States.