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Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager leads day-to-day accounting operations and oversees a team of accountants responsible for general accounting, sub-ledgers, reconciliations, and close processes. This position reports directly to the Assistant Controller. Duties include directing performance and managing workload of staff, reviewing staff assignments, monitoring and analyzing accounting information, and assisting in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements. Monitor and supervise the staff, systems and operations of a financials office. Assist with strategic financial planning, leading to insightful, accurate business decision-making. Proactively reach out to customers including students, employees, campus users and connect them to campus resources. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Controller's Office Supporting the University's Academic Mission by:

• Ensuring the integrity of the University's financial accounting and reporting systems.
• Safeguarding University assets.
• Preparing complete, unbiased and timely disclosures and financial reports.
• Providing effective and efficient accounting and operational support while complying with University, federal, state and regulatory financial guidelines.

Level Scope:

Spends the majority of time (50% or more) achieving organizational objectives through the coordinated achievements of subordinate staff. Manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Establishes departmental goals and objectives, functions with autonomy. Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial, and often physical resources in compliance with departmental and campus wide goals and objectives. Ensures subordinate supervisors and professionals adhere to defined internal controls with a focus on policy and strategy implementation. Manages systems and procedures to protect departmental assets and requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one area.

Essential Functions:

• Lead process improvement projects for functional reporting areas assigned.
• Provide campus training and consultation related to functional reporting areas.
• Back up support to as needed.
• Posting journal entries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Operational & Team Leadership:

• Manage and mentor a multi-tiered team, including Senior Accountants, Intermediate Accountants, and Entry-Level Accountants. Delegate responsibility for sub-functional areas and support professional development across team levels.

General Accounting & Functional Oversight:

• Supervise technical accounting functions and key functional sub-areas.

Month, Quarter and Year-End & Reconciliations Management:

• Oversee month-end close schedules, account reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and support schedule preparation across all levels.

Transactional Controls & Quality:

• Provide oversight on core transactional activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and data entry/uploads. Ensure strong internal controls and accuracy.

Collaboration & Compliance:

• Work closely with Tax Reporting and Finance Systems teams to align on reporting, system updates, and compliance standards.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Knowledge of ethics and confidentiality principles and practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines, multitask and complete tasks with multiple interruptions and distractions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP).
• Familiarity with ERP systems and report generators.
• Knowledge or supervisory practices.
• Ability to diffuse tense or sensitive situations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, customer service, cross-functional communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze large data sets and translate findings into accounting solutions.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a variety of teams and build strong business partnerships.
• Experience performing large-scale, complex account reconciliations and financial analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 5 years relevant experience including 1 year of managerial experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA, CPA or progress toward certification.
• Experience supervising a multilevel team.
• Experience with financial reporting, audits and note disclosures.
• Experience with complex ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience supporting process improvements, financial systems or technology implementations is preferred.
• Experience interpreting, explaining and applying laws, regulations and policies.
• Experience managing sub-ledgers.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary starting at $90,000 annually and is commensurate with experience. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
• 10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:

Resume, cover letter, and three professional references.

About Us:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We're a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond. We're building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed. Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho's Treasure Valley.

University Financial Services (UFS) is a unit within the Division of Finance and Operations. You will be joining an intentionally built culture with a strategic focus. The team follows the Enterprise Operating System (EOS) to drive results. All members of UFS are involved. UFS's value words are:

Adaptable: adjusts to change, being flexible, versatile and cooperative.

Continuous Improvement: intentional commitment to making things better every day.

Ethical: honesty and integrity guide personal and professional behavior and judgment.

Gets Things Done: prioritizes tasks, demonstrates tenacity and achieves the end goal.

Problem Solver: demonstrates curiosity, identifies and understands the interrelated components of an issue and seeks to implement innovative solutions.

Respect: demonstrates care, concern and consideration for the perspective, needs and feelings of others.

Team Oriented: accountable to and understands the dynamics of the team; works cohesively and inclusively to accomplish a common goal.