Title: Senior Cash Management Accountant

State Role Title: Financial and Auditing Services Practitioner I

Hiring Range: Up to $65,600

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Virginia State University

Location: Virginia State University

Agency Website: https://www.vsu.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This position monitors and manages the University's cash flow for federal grants, contracts, and financial aid programs; monitors expenditures; calculates reimbursements; and prepares drawdowns. Prepares quarterly and annual financial reports for federal grants; will ensure that expenditures are in compliance with award agreement/contracts; make corrections as necessary in a timely manner; will process electronic fund requests and ensures appropriate recordation in the University's accounting system (Banner); will handle the University petty cash account; will process reimbursement requests; will perform change fund audits and annually prepare the petty cash certification (GLA-103) to the Department of Accounts; will assist with the printing and processing of local funds and emergency check requests; will maintain check inventory; will process stop payments; will process wire payments to/from local banks and EDI payments received from the Department of Accounts; will reconcile and ensure prompt reimbursement of the Local Fund Clearing account; will handle the Unclaimed Property function for outstanding checks and handle the due diligence required by the Commonwealth Treasurer's Office; and will assist the Cash and Investment Manager with providing treasury management services to faculty, staff, students and vendors.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge-Skills-Abilities and or Competencies required to successfully perform the work:

Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret and carry out complex fiscal policies and procedures, i.e. GASB, CAPP, AICPA, CFDA, NACUBO and OMB Uniform Guidance.

Demonstrated ability to prepare financial reports and statements. Proficient in the use of PC applications, i.e. MSWord, Excel and Access.

Considerable knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Practices (GAAP), and pronouncements of the Governmental Accounting Standard Board (GASB), as they apply to Colleges and Universities.

Working knowledge of Fund and Grant accounting concepts and practices particular to Colleges and Universities.

Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and apply complex policies and procedures; and prepare reports and statements covering complex financial data.

Demonstrated ability to work independently with moderate supervision as well as in a team environment and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrated ability to apply and adapt accounting principles and methods to a variety of agency or institution fiscal needs.

Some familiarity and/or experience with the Commonwealth of Virginia CAPP manual; and experience working with and/or some knowledge of the chart of accounts.

Knowledge of banking practices related to cash management is a plus. Working knowledge of automated accounting systems and computer applications as a resource tool.

Additional Considerations

Bachelor's degree in accounting or possess and equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge working with the Banner and Cardinal accounting systems is a plus.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY:

Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed, e-mailed, and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.

The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check, which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment, if applicable.

Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process:

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Boatemaa Nyarko-Brentuo

Phone: 804-524-5083

Email: bnyarko-brentuo@vsu.edu

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.