Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Manages daily accounting and reporting activities, in assigned areas, for FIU Foundation. Assists the Controller and Assistant Controller with developing and implementing accounting procedures to improve compliance with institutional and Federal/State regulations. Establishes, interprets, and analyzes complex accounting functions. Analyzes, balances and researches financial data discrepancies.

• Manages and coordinates daily accounting functions of the FIU Foundation, Inc. of Florida International University by creating detailed schedules, financial analysis of accounts and transactions.
• Creates required notes disclosures to the Audited Financial Statements.
• Reviews accounting and reporting environment to look for opportunities to create and/or enhance efficiencies in reporting and the reporting process.
• Researches new accounting pronouncements to determine their applicability to the Foundation. Assists the Controller in interpreting and implementing new accounting pronouncements which may include developing new reports and/or schedules. Assists the Controller with special projects.
• Prepares and reviews reconciliations of accounts and subledgers, journal entries, supporting schedules and other work papers, as well as analyzes balances and researches discrepancies in financial data as they related to the assigned areas of responsibility.
• Responsible for reviewing and analyzing the pledge receivables for Foundation, including but not limited to write offs, adjustments, and past due pledges to create accounting entries, adjustments, and supporting audit schedules and summaries The analysis serves to assist management in reviewing key metrics, trends and to inform decision making.
• Coordinates with various departments to review and establish new Foundation projects. Creates letter of agreements with the Office of Research and Economic Development for projects which involve research
• Serves as primary liaison between the Foundation and Office of Research and Economic Development for related compliance matters, no cost and cost extensions on projects, application and development of policies and procedures, etc.
• Works with the University community and outside constituents to develop and implement strategies, procedures and processes based on best practices to improve customer service standards. Responds to and resolves issues efficiently and effectively.
• Provides leadership for customer service delivery consistent with the goals and objects of the University, including, training on the creation of new projects, including research projects, for the University community .
• May assist with the preparation and review of quarterly and annual financial reports, summaries and analysis for tracking metrics, trends and providing ad hoc information to management..
• Prepares, analyzes, and reviews any expenses incurred by Office of Research and Economic Development, which need to be reimbursed by Foundation. This analysis ensures the expense is inline with the approved budget (donor intent), there are available funds, and the required documentation (LOA, NCE, etc) has been received and completed.
• Responsible for the reconciliation of Revenue Suspense on a monthly basis. Prepare any journal entries to reclass donations from revenue suspense to newly established project in accordance with donor intent once proper documentation is received.
• Maintains and updates the summary of project descriptions and project support as needed, due to new projects setup, amendments to gift agreements, ORED letter of agreements and budget modifications, completed reports, or other documentation.
• Responsible for documenting any life insurance policies in which Foundation is owner and beneficiary. Update any documentation and issue premium payment(s) to life insurance company, as needed. Communicate with development team any past due/unpaid pledge installments for follow up with donor(s).
• Works with various University departments/units and Foundation team to review the required in-take forms when event proceeds will be received by the Foundation.
• Works with Gift Compliance & Administration department to review any gift agreements which have various financial calculations, such as gift fee, budgets, etc.
• Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, storms, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related business field, to include a minimum of 6 credits in Accounting, and six (6) years of directly-related experience; OR Master's degree in Accounting or related business field, or an MBA and four (4) years of directly-related experience.

Non-profit and GASB Accounting experience.
Knowledge of financial statement preparation.

Administrative

Starting at $70,000 and commensurate with experience.

Begin time: 8:30 AM
End time: 5:00 PM

Criminal Background Check

Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

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FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.