Department

F&A FIN - Property and Equipment Management

About the Department

Accounting Services is a function of Financial Services, which provides critical accounting and finance support to the University. Faculty, staff and the various contracting parties of the University are considered customers of Accounting Services. Under that concept, Accounting Services seeks to provide the highest level of customer service.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of accounting activities, which require moderate professional competence of accounting theories and principles. Examines, analyzes, and interprets accounting records for the purpose of ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Prepares income and balance sheet statements, consolidated statements, and various other specialized accounting statements and reports. Provides general accounting support to units across campus and supports central accounting functions.

Responsibilities

Provides support to all the areas in the Accounting Department: Capital, Endowments, Tax and General Accounting.Performs monthly journal entries and reconciliations for centralized bank and balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.Performs periodic maintenance and updates within the financial system as requested.Assists with the timely completion of accounting inquiries via the accounting services ticketing system.Participates in ongoing maintenance of the ERP system.Assists with the preparation of schedules and reports related to the year-end financial statements and/or Form 990 tax return.Provides accounting support to University units.Performs a variety of operating or cost accounting activities which require moderate knowledge of accounting theories and principles.Interprets accounting records for the purpose of determining gains and losses, receipts and disbursements, and inventory.Has a moderate/high level of authority in drafting income and balance sheet statements, consolidated statements, and various other accounting statements and reports.Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

---

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree in accounting.

Experience:

A minimum of two years of work experience in a non-profit organization such as a university or a governmental entity.Public accounting experience.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).

Preferred Competencies

Excellent organization and communication skills.Attention to detail, strong analytical and problem solving skills.Independently develop and analyze alternative solutions and make recommendations.Establish and maintain relationships at all organizational levels.Flexibility and ability to work effectively and gracefully under considerable time pressure on high visibility, high stakes projects.

Application Documents

Resume/CV (required)Cover Letter (preferred)References Contact Information (3)(preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Financial Management

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

​
FLSA Status

Exempt

​
Pay Range

$61,200.00 - $79,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.