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University of Michigan Accountant Associate- Law School in Ann Arbor, Michigan

Accountant Associate- Law School

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The University of Michigan Law School is looking for a customer service-oriented, collaborative individual to join our finance team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this position is primarily responsible for providing support related to account reconciliation, journal entries, reporting, and research grant and gift administration. The successful incumbent will work directly with faculty, staff, and students.

Who We Are

Founded in 1859, Michigan Law School is one of the world's leading institutions of legal education and enjoys a reputation for academic excellence characterized by a powerful commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Michigan is consistently ranked among the top law schools in the nation, and enjoys international renown for its intellectual rigor, stunning physical surroundings, preeminent faculty scholarship, and a community noted for collegiality and warmth. Michigan Law has an exceptional and cooperative community of talented and interesting students, with 1000 in the JD and 40 in the LLM program. Our commitments to collegiality, to constructive and challenging debate, and to enabling our students to pursue a wide range of options explain why the Law School has long been committed to diversity along many dimensions. Our graduates serve with distinction in the private, public, non-profit, and academic sectors, in large numbers in every major market in the nation, as well as internationally. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which is considered among the best places in the United States to live and work.

At Michigan Law, we view our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as central to our mission as an educational institution and we seek to ensure that each member of our community has a full opportunity to thrive in our environment. We believe that diversity is key to individual flourishing, educational excellence, and the advancement of knowledge. We maintain a deep commitment to fostering a diverse community in which all students, staff, and faculty learn and work in an atmosphere of inclusion and respect.

Responsibilities*

  • Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports

  • Reconcile general ledger accounts

  • Identify and correct charging errors and create journal entries

  • Respond to internal and external financial and grant related inquiries

  • Participate in monthly and year end closing processes

  • Assist with hiring of and timekeeping for temporary staff and research assistants

  • Assist finance team with additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

  • At least two years experience in a related field

  • Demonstrated ability to be efficient without sacrificing accuracy

  • Ability to prioritize competing demands while meeting deadlines and adhering to processes

  • Ability to work well both as part of a team and autonomously

  • Proficiency with current computer technology and applications, including Microsoft Office tools

  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion

Desired Qualifications*

  • Prior higher education or non-profit organization experience

  • Experience with MPathways/PeopleSoft or similar enterprise resource planning system

  • Familiarity with U-M administrative processes, procedures, and systems

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

247119

Working Title

Accountant Associate- Law School

Job Title

Accountant Associate

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Law School

Department

Law School

Posting Begin/End Date

4/15/2024 - 5/13/2024

Career Interest

Finance

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