Accountant/Financial Analyst

Ball State University

Muncie, IN

Job posting number: #7199899 (Ref:BSU40727)

Posted: December 8, 2023

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Provide support in the overall accounting functions of the Ball State University Foundation and related entities.

Do you have experience in accounting and want to work with a dynamic, results-focused team at a unified foundation? Have you wanted to be a part of a team that has removed barriers between fundraising, alumni engagement, stewardship and finance? Would you like to be a part of a financial team that can see the difference they make on a daily basis?
Through an empowering, entrepreneurial management philosophy, our financial team is administering gifts, providing fund management and excellent customer service to our donors and University partners in better ways to support Ball State students, programs and our donors. Multiple openings available. We welcome you to join our team!

Job Function:

Provide support in the overall accounting functions of the Ball State University Foundation and related entities.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related area from an accredited institution.

Preferred Education:

Eligible to pursue certification or currently hold a CPA.

Minimum Experience:

At least two years of experience in computer systems, accounting applications and related software, and databases.

Preferred Experience:

Knowledge of/experience with not-for-profit organizations and fund accounting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepare daily contribution summaries for Ball State University Foundation and all related entities, ensuring consistency of data between the donor database and accounting software.
Review and approve accounts payable invoices and maintain vendor account files for the Ball State University Foundation and all related entities.
Provide support in preserving separation of duties in the daily cash and investment processes to ensure the accuracy of the accounting records for financial and tax reporting.
Evaluate and develop daily accounting system transactions, including but not limited to recurring entries relating to accounts payable, investments, annuities, and trusts.
Prepare bank and account reconciliations as assigned.
Provide support with recording and reconciling the accounting transactions for Cardinal Properties.
Serve as the main point of contact for BSUAA (Ball State University Alumni Association) financial activity and respond to questions from BSUAA.
Ensure the annual production of 1099’s for the Ball State University Foundation and all related entities, which includes oversight of all W-9 forms throughout the year.
Manage unclaimed property, monitor and file under the direction of the Controller.
Collaborate with the Controller/Assistant Controller to prepare information related to Form 990 and any related returns for Ball State University Foundation and all related entities.
Collaborate with the Controller/Assistant Controller to prepare information related to the audit for the Ball State University Foundation and all entities.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

At Ball State University, we recognize inclusive excellence as an integral endeavor to fulfill our University’s mission and our strategic plan. We recruit, support, and retain a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff. We encourage and reward diversity of thought. We promote a work environment that encourages and rewards innovation and creativity. We pledge to keep Inclusive Excellence at the highest level of institutional importance and as a foundation in all that we strive to do. Our over-arching goal for Inclusive Excellence is to adopt a university-wide Inclusive Excellence approach to academic, administrative support, and service functions of the university. We believe Inclusive Excellence must be infused in every step we take.

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