The Senior Accountant/Accountant III performs a variety of tasks in support of the Financial Services department of SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF). Under general direction of the Associate Director of Finance and Accounting, performs project leadership in large and/or complex systems with broad impact. Requires knowledge and understanding of accounting procedures, financial record-keeping methods, practices, and a general knowledge of governmental financial record-keeping standards. Incumbent is required to work independently and exercise initiative and judgment in analyzing information and making decisions consistent with standard practice and established guidelines. Reconcile complex reports and financial data; prepare journal entries; resolve problems associated with incorrect entries. The position interfaces with senior executives, auditors, other auxiliaries, university personnel and a variety of external agencies. This position requires organization, detail orientation, flexibility and to be proactive, resourceful, and able to complete high volumes of complex tasks and projects quickly meeting tight deadlines. The position is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of one or more accounting staff.
