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Senior Financial Analyst – Governmental Accounting, Institutional Accounting Reporting and Analysis

Remote · United States Full-time

Job Description:

Responsible for key duties related to the preparation, analysis and external audits of the financial statements for West Virginia University
Prepare and analyze the annual and interim financial statements
Develop footnote disclosures and required supplementary information in accordance with governmental accounting standards
Coordinate and complete annual external audits and mid-year reviews
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Provide advanced accounting guidance and support to various departments and auxiliary units
Analyze complex agreements and determine appropriate accounting treatment
Manage the development and analysis of various financial reports for external agencies
Perform financial-related projects and collaborate with leadership on financial planning

Requirements:

A Bachelor‘s degree in Accounting is required
A minimum of five (5) years of experience in financial operations of a complex organization
Advanced knowledge of financial systems and software is required
A Master’s degree in Accounting and/or Certified Public Accountant license will be considered when experience is less than five years
In depth knowledge of accounting and financial reporting for state governments and public higher education
Demonstrated expert knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Strong accounting experience and experience with the preparation of financial statements, including cash flow statements
Advanced skills with spreadsheet and word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Excel and Word) and other accounting software and financial systems
Strong mathematical skills necessary to perform complex financial calculations
Must have the ability to apply sound professional judgment.

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