Accounting Manager Senior

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job TitleAccounting Manager SeniorRequisition NumberRE50586Working TitleDepartment Name3A990:Benefits Financial AccountingWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level47Salary Range$57,158-94,286/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBA
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience6 yrs
Required License/Registration/CertificationNone
Physical RequirementsSitting for long periods of time; lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 25 lbs
ShiftMonday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm 40 hours/week
Job SummaryThis position reports to the Accounting Manager Principal for the AFRS benefits area. This position is responsible for performing complex accounting, financial, and analytical work for University benefits and University accounts. This position must be highly knowledgeable in accounting and be able to provide analysis and problem resolution around complex accounting issues independently, accurately and reliably. These responsibilities include accounting, reconciliation and reporting. This position includes financial statement preparation and analysis. This position also plays an active role in assisting in and monitoring day-to-day operations of the benefits accounting area.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesWord, Excel, software reporting tools, Direct Bill, SAP/HR, SAP/FI, databases, Tableau
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceDeadline to Apply06/17/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions
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* Describe the specific duties you have performed in benefits accounting that make you well suited for this position.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience using SAP and Tableau. Include the modules (i.e. FI, HR, etc.) you have utilized.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please indicate the number of years of experience you have in higher education in an accounting and financial reporting position. NoneMore than 0, up through 1 yearMore than 1 year, up through 3 yearsMore than 3 years, up through 5 yearsMore than 5 years * What best describes your level of experience with Excel? NoneBeginning (e.g. basic formatting, sorting, adding columns)Intermediate (e.g. conditional formatting, data lists, formulas)Advanced (e.g. macros, pivot tables, analytical add-ins) * What best describes your level of experience with Spinifex Reporting? ExpertIntermediateBasicNone
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