JOB REQUIREMENTS: St. Norbert College (SNC), a nationally ranked,
private, Catholic, liberal arts college, is seeking an Accounting
Manager. This position manages the Accounting Services department and
reports to the Financial Controller. The Accounting Manager oversees all
month-end and year-end accounting activities, including the preparation
of monthly financial statements and supporting documentation. The
position works closely with the College\'s audit partner to support
external audits, tax returns, and related financial reporting. The
Accounting Manager is responsible for the accurate accounting and
reporting of the College\'s fixed assets, including providing guidance
and oversight for capital projects and ensuring appropriate tracking and
reporting. The position also oversees the accounting and reporting of
endowments and investments and supports the development of the
College\'s budget and forecasts by providing insight into actual
financial activity. In addition, the Accounting Manager is responsible
for the recruitment, retention, supervision, and development of
department staff. This is an on-site position requiring regular
attendance on-campus. Specific responsibilities: - Provides management
and supervision to all staff in the Accounting Services department;
Responsible for recruiting and hiring qualified personnel, ensuring
proper training, performance monitoring, establishing expectations, and
effectively evaluating staff performance. - Manages monthly and year-end
closings, which require numerous reconciliations and entries. Assists
with financial audits by independent auditors. Locates control
weaknesses and implements cost/beneficial controls. - Serves as a
functional subject matter expert, collaborating closely with a
cross-functional team and external partners; Supports and leads the
Accounting Services team; partners with the Director of Financial
Planning and Analysis to provide insight on reports needed by
departmental /divisional /college. - Completes appropriate federal and
state tax reporting promptly to ensure the college maintains compliance.
Oversees preparation of monthly sales tax returns, yearly 1099
information returns, and reconciliation of College bank accounts. -
Performs a variety of financial analyses, reconciliations, and reporting
(i.e., monitors and reconciles the college\'s self-insured health and
dental insurance plans). - Maintains proper accounting, tracking,
reconciliation, and reporting of fixed assets. Provides expertise for
accounting-related questions, including grant payment compliance. -
Serves on college-related committees, task forces, and ad hoc groups as
needed. - Performs additional duties as assigned. Supervision Exercised
Over: - Accountant, Assistant Director-Endowment Management, Accounts
Payable Specialist ** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: -
Licensed as a Certified Public Accountant preferred. - 5+ years
supervisory experience. - 10+ years of accounting experience. -
Extensive knowledge of US GAAP and Single Audit rules. - Experience in a
post-secondary education finance environment preferred. - Experience
with Workday and Banner preferred. - Knowledge and understanding of
process controls. - Skilled in using computerized accounting systems. -
Ability to make independent decisions, exercise judgment, meet
deadlines, and handle problem situations with minimal supervision. -
Ability to interact professionally with coworkers and customers,
particularly in complex and delicate situations. - Ability to resolve
customer service issues and communicate effectively. - Knowledge of
computer programs (Microsoft Office, Google Apps) and ability to learn
upgrades and new programs as needed. Advanced knowledge of Excel and
Word preferred. - Skilled at organizing projects and seeing them through
to completion. The College may consider any equivalent amount of
credentials, licensures, training, or experience that provides the
necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and
responsibilities of this job. ** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Other: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with Monday,
September 7, being a preferred consideration date. Please submit a cover
letter and resume with your application. St. Norbert College (SNC), a
Catholic, Norbertine, and Liberal Arts College, provides an educational
environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal
development. As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in
the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and
enriching educational experience for our students. At SNC, our
commitment to communio the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one
is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth, and justice. Consistent
with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment
opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We seek
those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant,
inclusive, and spiritually engaged community (https://snc.edu/mission).
Apply Online:
https://stnorbert.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SNCCareers/details/Accounting-ManagerJR102028
