Senior Accountant – Business & Finance
Allendale, MI
Full Time
R102516
Responsible for various accounting functions to ensure accurate
financial reporting and compliance and to assist with the
maintenance of financial records and systems to support various
departments, funds, or programs.
Salary & Benefits: $60,000-$80,000, commensurate with
experience
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Comprehensive benefits package including medical,
vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement
contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on
date of hire.
Primary Duties:
- Overall, manage the accounting responsibilities for
Designation, Auxiliary, and Retirement Funds. - Assist with accounting activities in Athletics and lead the
NCAA triennial audit, as well as annually prepare associated
workpapers for annual reporting requirements. - Preparation of pension and OPEB quarterly/yearly accounting and
reporting including related note disclosures. - Assist with accounting activities for WGVU and assist with the
WGVU annual audit, including preparation of related workpapers,
financial statements, and note disclosures. - Reconciles various ledger account activity, including payroll
and benefit liabilities. - Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
- Minimum five (5) years related work experience.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, to
ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and
backgrounds. - Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines, work
independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of software (MS Excel,
Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams).
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Master’s degree in accounting.
- Eight (8) years related work experience.
- CPA certification.
Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Some travel
may be required.
How to Apply: Attach your cover letter and resume.
The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically.
If you have questions about the position or the posting, please
contact Karen Mushong mushongk@gvsu.edu. If you need
technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring
their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or
national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a
foreign national authorized to work in the United States without
the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective
date of appointment.
Application Deadline: April 3, 2025 at 11:59pm
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical
stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The
requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill
and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. The information contained in this job description is for
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by
the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit
discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide
reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD
Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or
1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity
for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and
individuals with disabilities. University policy extends
protections to additional identities.
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