Senior Accountant I

With minimal supervision, the Senior Accountant I supports the monthly and year-end financial closing and financial statement preparation processes by preparing journal entries and performing account reconciliations. Prepares balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports. Supports technology implementation and process improvement projects.

• Perform general ledger reconciliations
• Prepare financial statements, audit work papers, and fulfill audit requests under the supervision of the Accounting Manager
• Prepare Journal entries
• Supports technology implementation and process improvement projects under the supervision of the Accounting Manager

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or related area.
Minimum of 2 years Accounting experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of financial operations, laws, and terminology
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Knowledge of fund accounting principles
Verbal and written communication skills
Accounting and bookkeeping skills
Attention to detail
Ability to operate a personal computer, and various software programs
Ability to design, analyze, and prepare financial reports
Ability to author journal entries
Ability to reconcile accounts and prepare analysis
Ability to interpret accounts and records
Ability to maintain confidentiality

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This description describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Regular, reliable attendance is an essential function and all employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor. Employees may also be required to work in excess of normal working hours as workloads and seasonal activities necessitate. A complete description is available in the Human Resource office located at 3006 Webster Street Omaha, NE. Creighton University reserves the right to modify duties, responsibilities and activities at any time with or without notice.