The Role
Support day-to-day Business Office operations including general ledger entries, fixed assets, vendor management, bank reconciliations, insurance and risk functions, audit and 990 assistance, 1099 and unclaimed property coordination, and serve as backup to the Accounting Manager.
Summary Generated by Built In
Accountant I or II
The University of Mary is seeking an Accountant I or II, depending on experience. This position exists to support daily operations of the Business Office.
Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
Benefits Include:
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Mary is seeking an Accountant I or II, depending on experience. This position exists to support daily operations of the Business Office.
Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
Benefits Include:
- Tuition benefits
- Retirement benefits with an 8% match
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Discounted Meal Plan
- Discounted membership at the campus Wellness Center
- General Ledger Journal Entries
- Maintains the fixed assets database
- Responsible for vendor management
- Prepares monthly bank reconciliations
- Oversees insurance and risk management functions
- Assists with preparation of the annual audit and 990 tax return
- Coordinates 1099 process
- Coordinates Unclaimed Property Filings
- Backup to Accounting Manager
- Performs other related duties as requested and assigned
- Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting
- Required: A minimum of two years of previous accounting or finance experience
- Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary
- Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
- Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Financial Affairs and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software applications, especially Word and Excel
- Ability to learn and be proficient with in-house software applications, such as Jenzabar and CBORD
- Attentiveness to detail and an ability to enter data accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to work within a timeframe and meet deadlines
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion in all matters related to the Office of Financial Affairs and associated areas of responsibility
- Ability to represent the Office of Financial Affairs with integrity and a high level of professionalism
- Ability to use a high degree of tact, discretion, and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive situations and individuals
- Strong organizational skills and an ability to set priorities and exercise sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility
- Ability to understand, interpret, explain, and apply rules and policies applicable to areas of responsibility
- Ability to organize and maintain a filing system and document management databases
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and concise correspondence, records, reports, and other documents
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting
- Minimum of two years of accounting or finance experience
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to learn and use in-house software such as Jenzabar and CBORD
- Experience with general ledger journal entries and monthly bank reconciliations
- Experience maintaining fixed assets database and vendor management
- Experience coordinating audits, 990 tax return, 1099 process and unclaimed property filings
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills and ability to meet deadlines and work on a team
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The Company
What We Do
The University of Mary is a private Benedictine, Catholic, and Christian university located near Bismarck, North Dakota. Established in 1959, it welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds, providing both undergraduate and graduate programs focused on academic excellence and spiritual growth.
