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Job Location (Full Address):
211 Bailey Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14586Opening:
Worker Subtype:
RegularTime Type:
Time as Reported / Per DiemScheduled Weekly Hours:
As Scheduled
Department:
500240 Lab Admin-Clin Labs SMHWork Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)Range:
UR URG 107 HCompensation Range:
$23.27 - $32.60The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
GENERAL SUMMARYPerforms professional accounting work at an operating level requiring knowledge and application of general accounting theory, techniques and practices and knowledge of the University accounting system. Works closely with the various levels of the University community to research, review, and reconcile various ledger accounts within UR Financials.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Completes analyses of ledger accounts to confirm completeness and accuracy of data. Determines whether account balances are reasonable. Examines accounting documents to ascertain transactions are properly supported in accordance with University policy and procedures. Initiates corrective action or recommends solutions as appropriate. Prepares routine working papers, exhibits, and summaries supporting findings and recommendations.
- May perform the foregoing for specific accounts or certain groups of accounts, such as those involving third party agreements, contracts, grants, auxiliary enterprises, fixed assets, etc., which require knowledge of policies, regulations, and other criteria uniquely applicable to maintaining these accounts.
- Participates in the preparation of quarterly financial statements and related footnote disclosures in accordance with US GAAP. Performs analysis of financial statement balances and activity. Prepares accurate reports to support research results.
- Prepares a variety of routine financial statements or accounting reports for which the format has been established.
Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in accounting and 1 year of professional accounting experience required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Excellent analytical, organizational, communication skills and attention to detail required
- Strong Microsoft Office skills required
- Ability to work within tight deadlines required
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