University of Mississippi

Accountant III, School of Pharmacy

University of Mississippi$68K — $103K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
  • 6 years of relevant experience in accounting
  • Expertise in financial reporting and data analysis
  • Strong knowledge of automated financial systems
  • Familiarity with budget management and forecasting

Responsibilities

  • Plan and prepare complex financial statements and reports
  • Analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, and propose solutions
  • Monitor financial systems for reliability and integrity
  • Audit reconciliations, journal entries, and reports
  • Manage and analyze complex budgets and funding sources
  • Forecast budget statuses and recommend corrective actions

Benefits

  • Training opportunities for professional development
  • Access to advanced accounting systems and resources
  • Supportive work environment within the School of Pharmacy
  • Opportunities to engage in cross-departmental financial strategies
  • Involvement in compliance with university and sponsor policies
Full Job Description
Department:

School of Pharmacy

Job Summary:

Performs complex accounting duties, prepares financial and statistical reports, delivers training to staff, develops and manages complex budgets, and develops and documents controls for accounting systems to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions. May specialize in a specific field of accounting such as payroll, cash management, accounts payables/receivables, data control, cost accounting, and/or related fields.

Job Description:

  • Plans and executes the development, organization, preparation and updating of complex financial statements, journals, accounts, ledgers and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions.
  • Analyzes financial reports, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates and recommends solutions as needed.
  • Monitors automated financial systems, develops and documents controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity.
  • Audits reconciliations, journal entries, schedules and reports.
  • Develops and manages complex work unit budgets, analyzing funding sources, operational needs, budget trends and financial commitments.
  • Forecasts budget statuses and recommends corrective action.


Job Responsibilities:

Examples of work performed.

Account Reconciliation: Researching, analyzing, and reconciling monthly financial records across departments to resolve discrepancies.

Transaction Approvals: Creating and researching journal entries, monitoring and reviewing expenditures.

Procurement: Processing and posting Visa documents. Creating and submitting purchase requisitions.

Financial Reporting: Compiling data for routing financial reports, budget submissions and year-end reporting.

Compliance and Auditing: Ensure that funds are spent in accordance with university and sponsor guidelines and policies.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience | 6 Years | Required

Compensation:

$68,681.60 - $103,001.60

About University of Mississippi

The University of Mississippi, also known as Ole Miss, is a public research university located in Oxford, Mississippi. The university was founded in 1848 and has since grown to become one of the largest and most prestigious universities in the state. Ole Miss offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, education, engineering, law, medicine, and the arts. The university is known for its strong academic programs, vibrant campus life, and rich history and traditions. Ole Miss is a member of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) and has a strong athletic program, with teams competing in a variety of sports. The university is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and has implemented a number of initiatives to support these values.
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