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Nashville, Tennessee, Job Description: Tennessee State University invites applicants for the role of Accountant I who will support the University's accounting functions, including daily bank account reconciliation, cash activity review, general ledger, financial reporting, audit support, and compliance. This position performs entry-level professional accounting work, assists with reviewing and reconciling financial activity, prepares assigned reconciliation support and accounting documentation, researches routine discrepancies, and helps ensure financial transactions are accurate, timely, properly documented, and aligned with University policies, accounting standards, and internal control requirements. This role works closely with university departments, banks, vendors, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, auxiliary units, auditors, and General Accounting to support daily financial operations, accurate reporting, audit readiness, and effective stewardship of university resources. Essential Job Functions Daily Bank Accounts Reconciliation Assist with daily reconciliation of bank transactions, cash activity, deposits, credit cards, EFT / ACH , wires, receipts, and related general ledger activity to help ensure items clear accurately and timely. Identify, research, and document routine reconciling items such as unrecorded deposits, returned checks, bank fees, rejected payments, and other adjustments; escalate complex items as appropriate. Assist with the timely preparation of assigned monthly bank reconciliations for review and approval. Monitor aging reconciling items, follow up with departments, banks, and third parties, and provide status updates for management review. Provide information to auditors, regulatory agencies, and other authorized parties in support of year-end reconciliations and audit request. General Accounting Duties Prepare routine journal entries and accounting corrections with proper documentation, approvals, account coding, and compliance with University policies and accounting standards. Review cash receipt transactions for proper account classification and coordinate corrections as needed. Reconcile assigned general ledger and balance sheet accounts and help ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded in Banner or other approved systems. Assist in coordinating financial activities related to auxiliary units and support departments with routine transaction issues, coding questions, missing documentation, pending approvals, and other financial matters. Assist with payroll-related entries and monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities as assigned. Audit, Compliance, and Internal Controls Provide documentation, explanations, and support for internal audit and external audit requests, and maintain assigned workpapers in accordance with applicable audit and record-retention standards. Assist supervisor in audit responses, including research, documentation, explanations, corrective actions, and follow-up items as assigned. Review assigned transactions for errors, inconsistencies, unusual activity, or potential control concerns and escalate issues as appropriate. Follow internal controls, segregation of duties, approval requirements, confidentiality expectations, and applicable University policies and procedures. Transaction Processing and Operational Support Process and review routine accounting transactions related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger activity, travel, and departmental financial operations. Serve as backup support for check runs, ACH activity, wire processing, direct deposit activity, and other banking or payment transactions as assigned. Assist with daily financial operations, transaction processing workflows, auxiliary unit financial activity, and departmental accounting support. Analysis, Communication, and Continuous Improvement Research routine accounting discrepancies, reconciliation issues, transaction variances, and other financial questions. Communicate professionally with departments, vendors, banking partners, auditors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to resolve financial matters and respond timely to inquiries. Support process documentation and standardization, process improvement efforts, and special projects. Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned to meet departmental and University financial management objectives. Preferred Qualifications Experience with bank reconciliations, cash activity review, ACH activity, wire transfers, payment processing, or related accounting transactions. Experience using Banner or a similar enterprise resource planning system. Experience supporting monthly close, year-end close, audit documentation, financial schedules, management reporting, process improvement, or internal control procedures. Experience working in a high-volume accounting, finance, payroll, cashiering, accounts payable accounts receivable, or business office environment. This job description intends to provide a representative summary of the type of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as a disclaimer of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.

Nashville, Tennessee, Job Description: Tennessee State University invites applications for the position of Accountant III . The Accountant III supports the University's accounting, daily bank account reconciliation, cash management, general ledger, financial reporting, audit support, and compliance functions. This position performs advanced accounting work, reviews and reconciles financial activity, prepares reconciliation reports and accounting documentation, researches discrepancies, and helps ensure financial transactions are accurate, timely, properly documented, and aligned with University policies, accounting standards, and internal control requirements. This role works closely with university departments, banks, vendors, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, auxiliary units, State Audit, and General Accounting to support daily financial operations, accurate reporting, audit readiness, and effective stewardship of University resources. Key Responsibilities Daily Bank Accounts Reconciliation o Perform daily reconciliation of bank transactions, cash activity, deposits, credit cards, EFT / ACH , wires, receipts, and related general ledger activity to ensure items clear accurately and timely. o Identify, record, research, and resolve reconciling items such as unrecorded deposits, returned checks, bank fees, rejected payments, and other adjustments. o Prepare monthly bank reconciliations in accordance with the University's Bank Reconciliation policy. o Monitor and manage aging reconciling items, coordinate resolution with departments, banks, and third parties, and prepare reconciliations for management review. General Accounting Duties o Prepare and record journal entries with proper documentation, approvals, account coding, and compliance with University policies and accounting standards. o Monitor accounting transactions for proper coding and coordinate corrections to ensure accurate financial reporting. o Reconcile various general ledger and balance sheet accounts, maintain supporting schedules, and ensure financial transactions are accurately recorded in Banner or other approved systems. o Assist in coordinating financial activities related to auxiliary units and support departments with transaction issues, coding errors, missing documentation, pending approvals, and other financial matters. o Process payroll-related entries and assist with monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes. Audit, Compliance, and Internal Controls o Provide documentation, explanations, and support for internal audit, external audit, and State Audit requests, and maintain workpapers in accordance with audit and record retention standards. o Assist supervisor in audit responses, including research, documentation, explanations, corrective actions, and follow-up items as assigned. o Review transactions for errors, inconsistencies, unusual activity, or potential control concerns and escalate issues as appropriate. o Ensure adherence to internal controls, segregation of duties, approval requirements, confidentiality expectations, and applicable University policies and procedures. Transaction Processing and Operational Support o Process and review accounting transactions related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger activity, travel, and departmental financial operations. o Serve as backup for check runs, ACH activity, wire processing, direct deposit activity, and other banking or payment transactions as assigned. o Assist with daily financial operations, transaction processing workflows, auxiliary unit financial activity, and departmental accounting support. Analysis, Communication, and Continuous Improvement o Conduct research and analysis to resolve accounting discrepancies, reconciliation issues, transaction variances, and other financial questions. o Communicate professionally with departments, vendors, banking partners, State Audit, and other stakeholders to resolve financial matters and respond timely to inquiries. o Identify process improvement opportunities and support process documentation, standardization, and special projects. o Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned to meet departmental and University financial management objectives.

Cincinnati, Ohio,   Current UC employees must apply internally via  SuccessFactors     Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati   Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at  uc.edu .      UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service.  We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC?s success.      Job Overview As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best- in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.   The Department of Accounting and Finance, College of Medicine is seeking to hire an Accountant 2. This position will be responsible for monthly department fund reconciliation, procurement and entering contracts into PACE system as needed. Also, this position will be responsible for post award grant management, monthly reconciliation of expense reports, collaborating with faculty to manage effort allocation, expense compliance and controls, and award progress.   This position will offer flexibility for a hybrid remote schedule for applicants with a residence within OH/IN/KY once training is complete.  Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.   Essential Functions Maintain account journals and prepare financial statements. Maintain, analyze and reconcile ledgers/funds. Monitor and interpret financial data in the development of cost/budget analysis and reports. Prepare complex variance analysis of budget vs. actual. Develop, analyze, establish, and maintain accounting systems. Perform internal auditing or financial records and act as lead. Analyze complex financial and operating data and prepare management reports, financial statements, and projections. Prepare, review and post accounting documents. Recommend accounting and control systems. Oversee inventory control. Ability to interact comfortably and confidently with both internal and external customers. Ability to initiate objectives with minimal supervision. Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating reports. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Perform related duties based on departmental need.  This job description can be changed at any time. Compensation and Benefits Starting salary for this position is $61,000 - $63,000 annually based on candidate experience.  Additionally, the University of Cincinnati offers an excellent benefits package, including comprehensive and affordable healthcare, generous retirement contributions, ample paid leave to support personal wellbeing and flexibility, as well as tuition remission for employees, spouse/domestic partners, and dependents, making for a competitive total compensation package.   Required Education Bachelor?s Degree must be in accounting or related field. Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.   Required Experience Two (2) years of accounting related work experience. Additional Qualifications Considered Fund accounting experience. SAP financial software experience. Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook), Internet and web-based systems. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.   Compensation and Benefits   UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:   Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:    Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.   Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won?t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you?ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14?18% of your salary based on position.   Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents   Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities   To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our  Careers Page .   UC is an E-Verify employer.  If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.     Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal . We are unable to consider ?easy apply? applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at  jobs@uc.edu .   Equal Opportunity Employer.  Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.   REQ: 104066

Cincinnati, Ohio,   Current UC employees must apply internally via  SuccessFactors     Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati   Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at  uc.edu .      UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service.  We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC?s success.      Job Overview As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the UC College of Medicine has a reputation for training best- in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients.   The Department of Accounting and Finance, College of Medicine is seeking to hire an Accountant 2. This position will be responsible for monthly department fund reconciliation, procurement and entering contracts into PACE system as needed. Also, this position will be responsible for post award grant management, monthly reconciliation of expense reports, collaborating with faculty to manage effort allocation, expense compliance and controls, and award progress.   This position will offer flexibility for a hybrid remote schedule for applicants with a residence within OH/IN/KY once training is complete.  Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policies.     Starting salary for this position is $61,000 - $63,000 annually. Final pay rate will be determined based on candidate qualifications and experience.   Essential Functions Maintain account journals and prepare financial statements. Maintain, analyze and reconcile ledgers/funds. Monitor and interpret financial data in the development of cost/budget analysis and reports. Prepare complex variance analysis of budget vs. actual. Develop, analyze, establish, and maintain accounting systems. Perform internal auditing or financial records and act as lead. Analyze complex financial and operating data and prepare management reports, financial statements, and projections. Prepare, review and post accounting documents. Recommend accounting and control systems. Oversee inventory control. Ability to interact comfortably and confidently with both internal and external customers. Ability to initiate objectives with minimal supervision. Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating reports. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Perform related duties based on departmental need.  This job description can be changed at any time. Required Education Bachelor?s Degree must be in accounting or related field. Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement. Required Experience Two (2) years of accounting related work experience. Additional Qualifications Considered Fund accounting experience. SAP financial software experience. Intermediate skill level using Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, and Outlook), Internet and web-based systems. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.   Compensation and Benefits   UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:   Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:    Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.   Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won?t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you?ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14?18% of your salary based on position.   Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents   Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities   To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our  Careers Page .   UC is an E-Verify employer.  If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.     Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal . We are unable to consider ?easy apply? applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at  jobs@uc.edu .   Equal Opportunity Employer.  Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.   REQ: 103364

Cincinnati, Ohio,   Current UC employees must apply internally via  SuccessFactors     Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati   Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at  uc.edu .      UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service.  We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC?s success.      About Government Cost Compliance The Government Cost Compliance department (GCC) in the Office of Research ensures university-wide compliance with applicable federal cost principles and established university policies. Job Overview The GCC department is seeking to fill a Sponsored Research Accountant 2 position. This position will be responsible for managing financial aspects of research grants and sponsored projects, ensuring compliance with institutional policies, sponsor regulations, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). It will serve as the key liaison between Principal Investigators (PIs) and research administrators, providing guidance and oversight on post-award financial matters related to salary reallocations and effort certification. The position involves day-to-day administration of grants, including managing salary transfer requests and ensuring effort certification compliance. Essential Functions Review and approve salary cost transfer requests, verifying their accuracy and approve the associated personnel change requests. Oversee labor verification processes by managing required employee training, issuing notifications for overdue labor verification statements, and researching and resolving issues related to verification schedules and system or process errors that prevent statements from being generated or distributed. Administer grant awards (federal, state, local, private and internal grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements) from a myriad of funding agencies. Establish and maintain grant records and files ensuring their accuracy and completeness. Close out grant accounts by reconciling account, sample unusual transactions for compliance, prepare final invoice and/or reports and ensure non-financial reports are submitted. Complete agency invoices and reports in accordance with awards terms and conditions by utilizing various systems. Pursue and report on collection of past due invoices. Review award notices. Create and maintain grant accounts according to the agreements, adding and modifying budgets. Request set-up of awards in Student Financial Aid System. Review and approve salary and non-salary Cost Transfers (CTR) and Cost Reallocation requests. Resolve grant coding errors. Manage a portfolio of moderately complex awards. Serve as the principal source of information on grant policies and procedures and financial policies. Assist Sponsored Research Services Accounting leadership as required, to include execution of special projects of moderate complexity. Recommend areas or approaches for process improvements and providing input to department discussions. Perform other assigned duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time. Required Education Bachelor?s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. Six (6) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement. Required Experience Two (2) years of experience in accounting, finance, grants with customer service. Additional Qualifications Considered Strong knowledge of salary cost reallocations and effort reporting requirements, preferably in a regulated or higher education environment. Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage complex documentation and meet strict deadlines. Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to track multiple requests and processes simultaneously. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with employees at various organizational levels. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Application Process Information A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application process. Attach these documents before submitting your application. Failure to provide these documents may result in your application not being considered.   Compensation and Benefits   UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:   Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.   Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won?t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you?ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14?18% of your salary based on position.   Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents   Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities   To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our  Careers Page .   UC is an E-Verify employer.  If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.     Important : To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal . We are unable to consider ?easy apply? applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at  jobs@uc.edu .   Equal Opportunity Employer.  Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.   REQ: 103014