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Investment Accountant - 000199
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Position Number: 4973164
Location: Cullowhee, NC
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Investment Accountant - 000199

Western Carolina University

Department: Controller

About WCU: Western Carolina University continues to rank high on Forbes Best Employers lists each year. Including: 2024 - Ranking in the top 8.5% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 34 out of the top 400 employers across all industries. 2023 - Ranked in the top 20% on Forbes Americas Best Midsize Employers list, WCU was ranked 97 out of the top 500 employers across all industries. 2022 - Ranked 14th in the top 100 employers in North Carolina in Forbes Americas Best Employers by State list. Western Carolina University is the UNC systems westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South. Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans - eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available. Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service. WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences - many of which are offered free of charge.

Position Summary: The primary location of this position is the main Cullowhee, NC campus.

Reporting to the University Controller, the University is seeking an organized, detail-oriented individual to lead various activities of the Financial Reporting and Regulatory Compliance unit within the University Controller's office. The individual will perform professional accounting duties involving the application of accounting theory, principles, and practices; support a variety of accounting and financial functions of the University, including general ledger accounting and reconciliation, investment pool and endowment fund accounting, federal and state tax regulation research and compliance assurance, annual and interim reporting for units and affiliates of the University, bank and cash management activities. Other duties will include assisting with the preparation of the University's annual financial report and working directly with external and internal auditors; monitoring funds for compliance with applicable accounting standards and federal and state laws and regulations; responding to inquiries of oversight agencies and benchmarking and other financial surveys. The successful candidate must be familiar with GASB, other relevant accounting standards, and tax regulations as they relate to the University and its affiliates. Must have the ability to prepare and analyze financial reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for this position:

Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in Accounting or related field and 2-4 years of experience or Bachelors degree in Accounting or related field and 3-5 years of experience.Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications: Licensed as a CPA in North CarolinaPrevious accounting experience in higher educationKnowledge of GASBExperience experience with Banner Finance

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Hard copy materials will not be accepted for review.Applicants must upload a cover letter, resume, and list of at least three professional references (include complete contact information).Applicants may also include a copy of any licenses/certifications as an optional attachment.Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.For questions or additional information, please contact Morgan Burnett - cmburnett@wcu.edu or 828-227-3793

AA/EOE
Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

University Safety
The Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 227 HFR Administration Building, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7147) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/27148