Summary
Operating Title Senior Accountant Long Classification Title Senior Accountant Campus Location Concord Department USNH Accounting Services Summary of Position
Reporting to and collaborating with the Manager, Accounting Support, experienced accountant performing advanced accounting duties and supervising or training junior accounting staff within the USNH Financial Operations Center.
Acceptable minimum level of education Bachelor's Acceptable minimum years of experience 3 years Additional Job Information Posting Number PS4806FY25 Other minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or commensurate additional experience and/or relevant certifications required
- 3 or more years professional experience related to accounting or finance; completed degrees and/or relevant certificates may be substituted for experience if applicable
- Expert understanding of standard finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
- Ability to interact with standard technology platforms (e.g., word processing, data entry, email, internet browsing, etc.)
- Proficiency in navigating an automated accounting/financial system
- Familiarity with standard audit practices and financial reporting requirements
- Excellent mathematical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret and analyze typical and specialized financial data, perform calculations, and draw conclusions where necessary
- Ability to understand and interpret typical and specialized financial statements, invoices, and other financial documentation
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, accurately, and professionally, both verbally and in writing
- Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to work in a collaborative environment with System and institutional leaders, as well as colleagues in other financial affairs departments
- Openness to 360-degree feedback and desire to learn and grow continuously
Additional Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a relevant field and/or additional credentials in accounting or finance (e.g., Certified Public Accountant) strongly preferred.
- Public accounting experience preferred.
- Prior supervisory experience in a capacity related to finance or accounting preferred.
- Advanced degree in a relevant field preferred.
- Experience operating or leading in a shared service setting preferred.
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting https://usnh-sb.peopleadmin.com/postings/62581 Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.0 Grade 21 EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University System of New Hampshire is the largest provider of postsecondary education in the Granite State. With approximately 30,000 enrolled students annually and more than 90,000 alumni living in state, the institutions of the University System - the University of New Hampshire - Durham, the University of New Hampshire School of Law, the University of New Hampshire at Manchester, Plymouth State University, and Keene State College - have a direct impact on hundreds of thousands of New Hampshire citizens every year.
In concert with our commitment to teaching, our community outreach and service programs expand knowledge and have a positive impact on the state, and our research efforts add insight and understanding to subjects as varied as air quality, economic development, family health, teacher training, and ocean mapping.
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide