Senior Accountant Jobs in Springfield, MO (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Sr Accountant-Analyst
Work Location
Springfield Campus
Department
Financial Services
HR Home Department
050100 FINANCIAL SERVICES
Pay Grade
44
Proposed Salary
$49,940 - $70,000/annually
Sponsorship Information
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?
No, Position is available to all applicants.
Appointment Type
Full Time Regular
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Exempt
General Function
The Senior Accountant/Analyst performs professional accounting and administrative work involved in the daily organization, operation, and supervision of the University's accounting and budgeting system. The Senior Accountant/Analyst exercises independent judgment and discretion in planning and carrying out the details of work procedures and methods. The Senior Accountant/Analyst's work is primarily reviewed through normal accounting and budgeting systems and audits.
Description of Primary Duties
This position will work primarily with the University accounting and budgeting division within Financial Services. This position will perform daily, monthly and annual accounting functions including but not limited to: the preparation of journal and budget entries, processing and tracking personnel forms and budgets, assisting departments with analysis and planning, assisting with the annual audit and performing a key role in compiling, preparing, and entering budget information to support the organization's annual budget process. . Possible hybrid work opportunity with remote work up to 2 days per week after a probationary period.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is required.
Experience: At least three years experience in accounting, business planning/operations, or financial analysis is required. Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is preferred.
Skills: High aptitude in accountancy and a good understanding of computers and their functions in accounting are required.
Additional Qualifications
Link to Job Description
http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/4054.htm
Open Date
07/14/2026
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to Applicants
The first date of consideration is August 4, 2026, and review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Please attach an unofficial transcript to your application. Official transcript required at time of hire.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Non-Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252, 417-836-4252
Background Check Statement
Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Posting Detail
Posting Number
20260191FTS
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/87216