UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS FOUNDATIONhas an immediate opening for anStaff AccountantThe University of Illinois Foundation (Foundation) is the official fundraising and private gift-receiving organization of the University of Illinois (University). It works closely with alumni and friends, faculty and staff, corporations and foundations, as well as campus development professionals to create fundraising programs and opportunities that benefit the University.The Staff Accountant is responsible for applying accounting principles and practices within the functional areas of accounting and financial reporting. The position is responsible for providing timely and accurate information and researching and resolving problems where necessary. This position is responsible for processing and maintaining accurate financial records related to vendor payments and expense reimbursements.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Initiate and/or monitor financial transactions related to each assigned area:
Review documentation, compliance with policies, and approvals
Prepare and execute payment files for all expense reimbursements and vendor invoices
Serve as primary administrator for the corporate card program
Prepare relevant tax filings in the 1098 and 1099 form series
Coordinate and manage vendor files and related vendor contracts/agreements
Produce daily, weekly, and/or monthly financial reports as relevant to each assigned area of individual job duties.
Perform daily, weekly, and/or monthly reconciliation of financial information from outside systems with transactions and balances posted to the general ledger as relevant to each assigned area of individual job duties.
Respond promptly to inquiries from Foundation and University colleagues, donors, and any other outside constituents as appropriate on matters involving financial transactions.
Ensure internal controls are continuously followed.
Prepare all requested information in support of any internal audit related to individual job duties.
Prepare all requested information in support of the Foundation's annual external financial statement audit.
Other duties as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
Excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively and foster cooperative relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders
Proficient with accounting systems and Microsoft Office products