How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Summary
The Senior Accountant will assist with month-end, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and reconciliations for Athletic Department operating funds. This position will perform various financial analyses and process journal entries on complex financial statement line items, and monitor and enhance key Business Office procedures, policies, and internal controls.
The Senior Accountant will assist with the preparation of financial reporting required by Athletic Department Leadership Team, University Regents, NCAA, and any other regulatory agencies. This position will participate in the external financial statement audit and assist in all aspects of developing and preparing the annual operating budget.
Responsibilities*
- Prepare general ledger reconciliations and financial analysis, including but not limited to, deferred revenue and other balance sheet line items, ticket sales and spectator admissions revenues, preferred seat contributions, concessions and parking revenues, facilities operations revenues and expenses, and other operating and administrative expenses
- Assist with preparation of financial reporting required by University Regents, University Office of Business and Finance, the NCAA, the Big Ten Conference, Athletic Department Leadership team, the Department of Education (EADA) and any other regulatory agencies
- Assist in preparing the Athletic Department's external financial statements
- Participate in all relevant audit processes, and provide information requested by auditors
- Prepare, process and review technical journal entries related to significant financial statement line items
- Perform internal control procedures, prepare University's Gap Analysis, and assist with monitoring and enhancing accounting policies and procedures
- Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Assist with development and preparation of annual operating budget and monitoring of budget-to-actual activity, including strategy discussions and planning, communication with Business Office and other Athletic Department units, compilation and review of unit-submitted budget templates, and presentation
- Prepare documentation and analysis required for the University's Unrelated Business Income Tax return
- Act as a budget liaison for assigned budget units
- Perform various Business Office day to day duties and all other duties as assigned by Finance Manager
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in a public accounting firm or accounting department of a large and complex organization
- Experience preparing journal entries and statement of account reconciliations
- Strong technical background in GAAP accounting and financial reporting
- Experience with automated financial systems, query tools to extract data from systems, and proficiency with administrative and financial information systems and various software applications.
- Experience with implementation and maintenance of strong internal controls
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze, monitor, and evaluate all financial aspects of the Athletic Department budget.
- Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Office Suite software
- Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast paced, challenging and ever-changing environment
- Strong organizational, communication, writing and interpersonal skills
- High level of personal integrity and ethics
Desired Qualifications*
- CPA certification
- Experience in intercollegiate athletics or university setting
- Experience with GASB accounting
- Experience utilizing PeopleSoft general ledger software and Business Objects data warehouse querying software
Additional Information
The University of Michigan Athletic Department is dedicated to building a department culture which demonstrates respect for all, shows compassion for others, and celebrates the differences among our staff, student-athletes, and supporters. We are committed to the hiring and development of diverse staff who contribute to an inclusive environment.
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.