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EEO Statement Wright State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Faculty Rank or Job Title Accountant 3 Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt) Department Office of the Controller EEO number: 24P329 Position FTE 100% Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate $60,000 Salary Band: UC S05 Job Summary/Basic Function: Successful candidate will work in the Office of the Controller in support of the University’s mission of ensuring accurate and timely recording of WSU’s financial events. In collaboration with other business units, the Accountant 3 prepares, interprets and analyzes internal and external financial reports. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field Minimum of 5 years of related experience Advanced Microsoft Excel Working knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Preferred Qualifications MAcc or MBA CPA Higher Ed experience Experience with ERP systems Accounting Information Systems experience Experience with SQL building queries Essential Functions and percent of time: Perform specialized accounting and/or budget processes, reconciliations and related entries on an ongoing and annual basis. Assist with annual audit preparations and contribute to the evaluation and implementation of new accounting pronouncements. 35%

Support preparation of various financial reports including the University’s annual financial report and various external reports such as those for ODHE, HEI, HLC and NCAA. 35%

Preparing various reconciliation, projections, and forecasts. 20%

Back-up various functions within the Office of the Controller and other duties as assigned. 10% Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University to make an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees. Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Date 10/01/2024 First Consideration Date: 10/07/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Supplemental Questions

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* Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field? Yes No * Do you have at least 5 years of related experience? Yes No * Do you have advanced Microsoft Excel skills? Yes No * Do you have knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and budgeting practices? Yes No * How did you hear about this position at Wright State University? Please check all that apply. WSU Careers website Academic Careers Academic Keys Chronicle Diversity in Higher Ed Diverse Issues in Higher Ed Facebook HBCU Higher Ed Jobs Inside Higher Ed LinkedIn Social Media Personal referral Women in Higher Ed Other Job Fair or Hiring Event Required Documents Required Documents Cover Letter Resume/CV Optional Documents References