Accounting Manager

ASU Enterprise Partners is an efficient network of highly skilled teams; it is comprised of a full complement of professional services that work in concert with specialized business units to provide full resources and extend Arizona State University's ability to achieve its charter.

The Manager, Accounting is responsible for supporting the Associate Vice President, Accounting and Financial Operations with planning, coordinating, supervising, and directing both financial and accounting management. This position maintains a complete and accurate set of financial records which will be updated on a timely basis and will oversee accounting staff.

What you'll do:

• Maintains comprehensive and current knowledge of Non-profit accounting, FASB requirements, Fund accounting and Gift reporting

• Delivers timely federal and state government reports, i.e., 990, 990T, 1099, 1099R, 5227 to conform to taxation laws of both

• Directs the implementation of applicable Federal and State taxation laws and regulations necessary for compliance

• Reviews and approves monthly internal financial reporting package

• Assists in preparing and reviews required quarterly, annual, or ad hoc reports for dissemination to university personnel, Federal or State agencies

• Assists in coordinating the annual ASUEP audit, including supervision of the preparation of work papers, adjusting journal entries, data processing needs, and preparation of audited financial reports

• Oversees completion of reporting requirements, i.e., annual CAE and NACUBO surveys, federal 990 tax return, the Arizona Corporation Commission Report, and other state and local filings

• Reviews and summarizes monthly, annual, and special request reports to provide meaningful, accurate, and consistent information and analyze financial data

• Prepares financial information to advise ASUEP, University staff and the public regarding accounting and gift-related matters

• Supervises all aspects of general ledger activity posting to the accounting system as required for month-end and year-end closings

• Reviews and assists in the accounting for all aspects of ASUEP's general ledger. i.e., pledges, investments, endowments, planned gifts, real estate deals, LLC's, etc.

• Supervises training for staff and users in the comprehension of financial statements, the general ledger accounting system and policies and procedures

• Helps oversee financial control system, safeguard organizational assets, and ensures accurate and reliable financial information

• Evaluates internal controls, policies, and procedures; develops and presents methods to improve efficiencies and controls

• Assists in creation and maintenance of department policies and procedures

• Participates in the establishment of personal and department goals and objectives in support of the mission and goals of ASUEP

• Hires, motivates, develops, and retains a high-performance team

What you'll need:

• Experience with non-profit accounting policies and fund accounting, including an understanding of endowment management, for example FASB, IRS, state, and local tax

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and highly proficient with Excel

• Strong understanding of accounting software

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff members

• Demonstrated mastery of accounting, accounting principles, practices, and procedures

• Collaborative style, combined with the ability and desire to work in a team-based environment

• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Enterprise Partners, its subsidiaries and University business and confidential prospect information

• Strong and collegial interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing, and by phone

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Problem solver who can take initiative and set priorities while being flexible

• Team-oriented strategist able to effectively manage complex situations involving numerous and sometimes competing constituencies

• Excellent leadership and management qualities; inspires others to commit to goals and maintain integrity and ethical standards

• Ability to represent the institution well

• Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing assigned duties

• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects

• Adept at navigating complex environments with evolving priorities and communication plans

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

• Four (4) years of experience in an accounting position, including two (2) years of supervisory experience

• Or the equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Workday experience

• Salesforce experience

• Current CPA certification or MBA

• Not-for-profit industry experience

ASU Enterprise Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer