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Senior Accountant

Company: University of Nebraska System
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Senior Accountant Job Description Summary: This position oversees the preparation of the Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) as required by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Guidance and supports accounting functions at the University of Nebraska system office. The Senior Accountant works with campus Sponsored Programs, Accounting offices and university leadership to promote a culture of accountability and professionalism. This position assists in developing, coordinating, and implementing business information and reporting strategies that serves the many constituencies of the University. Position Details: Position Announcement: Qualifications: Required: Bachelor s degree and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting and financial reporting. Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy is essential. Preferred: --- Educational coursework in in business administration with emphasis in accounting. --- Master s degree --- Certification as a Public Accountant --- Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) knowledge or experience --- Work experience directly related to higher education and government accounting. Ideal candidates will demonstrate excellent independent judgement and analytical skills; strong interpersonal skills; a track record of timely completion of projects and the ability to responsibly manage competing priorities; success in collaboration and oversight of distributed resources and/or project teams; and commitment to the ideals of a major public research university. An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge is acquired may be considered. Special Instructions to Applicant: This position works in Lincoln, NE. Along with your application, please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Direct questions about the position to: . Direct questions about the online application process to: 472- 3701. The University of Nebraska is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. To apply, visit The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. The University of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and E-Verify employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. All positions opened at the University of Nebraska are subject to veterans preference. Copyright 2022 Inc. All rights reserved. jeid-80b2fa7fff8a1d4cfaabc84

Keywords: University of Nebraska System, Lincoln , Senior Accountant, Accounting, Auditing , Lincoln, Nebraska

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