Director, General Accounting & Finance Reporting - (STA006756)

Department Name: D0037 General Accounting 

DESCRIPTION

The Director of General Accounting and Financial Reporting is responsible for the timely and accurate reporting of the University's operating results on a monthly, annual (AFR), and ad-hoc basis. The Director manages the daily general accounting operations and ensures compliance with GAAP and federal, state, and university rules and regulations.

DUTIES

• Manages the day-to-day accounting functions which include: chart of accounts maintenance, property accounting, state accounting, general ledger, bank account, and accounts receivable reconciliations.
• Manages the financial reporting functions of the University consistent with standard accounting practices and policies.
• Coordinates the fiscal year-end processes and procedures and UHD's submission of the Annual Financial Report (AFR) and various other State of Texas reports.
• Coordinates work relating to both internal and external audits in the periodic review of the financial records.
• Oversees the implementation of agreed-upon recommendations, related to areas of responsibility, resulting from the audit findings.

MARGINAL DUTIES

Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Reports: Supervises full-time employees.

Delegation of Work: Regularly assigns work to subordinate(s).

Supervision Given: Makes final decision on evaluating employee performance; coaching and counseling; and granting time off.  Provides recommendations on training; handling employee grievances and complaints; promotions; hiring new employees; discharging employees; disciplinary actions; and scheduling work hours of employees.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

Knowledge of trends, issues, and accepted practices relevant to the position.

Skills:

Candidates must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Abilities:

Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community.

WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Primary Work Location: Works in an office environment.

Physical Demands: Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment, which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements.  Position is physically comfortable; individual has discretion about sitting walking, standing, etc.  Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks. 

Qualifications

Required Education: Baccalaureate degree in Accounting.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of job-related experience.
• Higher Education experience.
• Experience with PeopleSoft Financials and State of Texas Accounting Systems (USAS).

License/Certification: None required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), designation must be current.

For additional information and to apply, please visit our site.

The University of Houston-Downtown is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.