Staff Accountant

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Position Title	Staff Accountant
About this Opportunity	Ball State University is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our team in the Controller’s Office. The university offers excellent benefits and generous time off. The position offers a great opportunity to learn and be challenged by the University’s financial reporting and finance systems. Working with a team and reporting directly to the Associate Controller, you will be exposed to a variety of accounting and operational processes across campus.
Our Statement on Inclusiveness	At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.
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FLSA	Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week	40
Length of Assignment	Full-Time At-Will
Position Function	Provide accurate and timely financial information for a diversity of users; maintain the integrity of the university’s financial records; perform bank and general ledger reconciliations; update the university chart of accounts; provide training and assist in developing training materials to use in formal and non-formal training environments; and provide outreach to departments to improve processes and implement best practices. Assist with tax reporting, and with retiree health and life calculations and reporting. Work with international students to help obtain ITIN for tax filing.
Minimum Education	Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related financial field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
Minimum Experience
Minimum Other	Superior proficiency with Excel; excellent problem solving skills; ability to communicate difficult concepts; ability to work independently as well as contribute as a member of a team; must be analytical, highly organized, and detail oriented; ability to learn new software applications.
Authorization to work in the US	Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience	Financial accounting, fund accounting, or audit experience; experience in university or fund accounting.
Preferred Other
Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised	None.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement	Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University	Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
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Department	Office of University Controller:133010
Department Information	The minimum salary for this position is $54,000.
Department Email or Phone Number	[email protected]

Duties & Responsibilities

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Job Duty	Provide support in the preparation of the university annual financial report; analyze accounting activity; generate reports from the Banner system; prepare supporting schedules; assist in financial report reviews.

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Job Duty	Prepare bank and general ledger reconciliations; research reconciling items; determine effect on accounts; initiate corrections/transactions; communicate with various university departments and external entities to gain information and resolve discrepancies.

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Job Duty	Review requests for new and updated foapal (chart) elements and Accounts Receivable detail codes; enter fund, organization, account, program and activity codes into the Banner finance system; maintain awareness of impact to chart of accounts and financial reporting; maintain master chart of accounts spreadsheet.

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Job Duty	Prepare annual financial and federal reports for WIPB-TV and WBST-FM; ensure financial data is presented in accordance with the most current generally accepted accounting principles and meets Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) presentation requirements; review reporting completed by other Accountant; work with station personnel and auditors.

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Job Duty	Prepare bi-annual financial reporting for Burris and Indiana Academy as required by the Indiana Department of Education; remain current on reporting requirements; update accounting crosswalk as necessary; review reporting completed by other Accountant; work with school personnel and IDOE.

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Job Duty	Complete various annual financial surveys required by the university; review survey request detail; interpret year-end financial information and create supporting documents; create and update survey procedures; review surveys completed by other Accountant.

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Job Duty	Provide support in the training of university personnel in the proper preparation and recording of accounting transactions to ensure accurate financial and tax reporting, and use of the Banner systems; assist university personnel in the review of financial data in Banner systems; assist in preparation and development of training materials and website FAQs.

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8

Job Duty

Perform tax duties, including reviewing, reconciling, and preparing documents for Indiana Sales, Food & Beverage, and County Innkeepers taxes monthly filing; work with the Tax Manager in compiling data for the annual IRS 990-T as well as on payroll tax compliance issues; review tax withholdings monthly, quarterly, and annually for compliance with state and federal tax deposit filing; assist international students to obtain an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN); and stay abreast of changes to payroll and tax policies and procedures.

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Job Duty	Complete accounting month-end close process.

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Job Duty	Organize and perform updates to the policies and procedures in the Controller’s Office.

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Job Duty	Provide support and assistance in gathering information and completing analysis for the Retiree Health and Life Insurance Plans and their related trust investments.

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Job Duty	Cross-train on duties performed by Accountant and Financial Analyst; and on certain duties performed by the Fixed Asset Accountant and Financial Reporting and Systems Analyst, to maintain efficient office operations.

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Job Duty	Perform other duties including overseeing unclaimed property, tango, and completing an analysis of data for special projects using advanced Excel skills.

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Job Duty	Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	202401509P
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	05/01/2024
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	03/18/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date	04/05/2024
Open Until Filled	No
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter	In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’