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Morehouse School Of Medicine Assistant Controller in Atlanta, Georgia
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About MSM
Morehouse School of Medicine ( MSM ) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.
We exist to:
• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.
At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !
Posting Number NONAC3271
Job Title Assistant Controller
Position Title Assistant Controller
Position Type Non-Faculty
Number of vacancies 1
Salary
Department Office of The Controller
Position Summary
Process Management – Accounting Controls
Monitor and maintain internal accounting controls and day-to-day accounting processes to ensure accurate and timely accounting data is produced and recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ( GAAP ), governmental accounting standards board ( GASB ),
Develop and/or document policies and procedures to ensure appropriate internal controls and compliance and seamless business continuity during transitions.
Analysis of General Ledger including postings from subsidiary Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, and journal entry review and approval.
Monitor related vendor payments in the approved check run.
Evaluate current policies, processes and procedures and identify areas for improvement.
Accounting: serve as one of accounting subject matter expert with a focus on effective processes and technical proficiency that ultimately deliver accurate and timely fiscal records.
Analyze and resolve accounting report issues and formulate solutions to accounting issues encountered by staff.
Coordinate the Audit
Process Management – Accounting System Reconciliation
Month-end accounting duties including Monthly general ledger account reconciliations and schedules.
Analyze account balances and reconcile account balances to internal and external data. Review Fixed Asset Roll forward which includes capital construction schedules, and capitalization of Fixed Assets
Review of Pledge Roll forward, Balance sheet accounts ensuring compliance with best practices of accounting for higher educational institutions within the framework of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Federal OMB Uniform Guidance, Tax regulations, and other applicable state and federal laws.
Perform in-depth analysis and interpretation of complex data and information, interpret financial reports and statements, and identify problem areas and processing gaps that affect accuracy and completeness of reconciling items identified and present findings with recommendations for resolution.
Financial Reporting
Prepare and submit financial reports:
Scholarship Workbook
LCME
FORM 990
IPEDS
Annual Financial Expenditure Reports ( ACE )
SACSCOC Financial Profile
FISAP (Did not complete this year because Pell Loans have been closed out)
People Management
Supervise, coach, and develop the Payment Processor. Hire, manage, and train staff; review and approve work; monitor and approve hours worked.
Support and develop a positive unit culture that embraces quality, process efficiency, innovation, trust, equity.
Collaboration: Works effectively with students, faculty, staff, administration, and external stakeholders to understand their needs and utilize judgement on how to build positive relationships and meet their needs.
Provide training and guidance to staff on technical accounting issues and methods.
Process Management – General Support
Serves as a reference for policies and procedures.
Assists the Controller in special projects, develop and implement new policies and procedures.
Evaluate current policies, processes and procedures and identify areas for improvement.
Have a general understanding of all accounting functions within the department to assist when the need arises.
Support the Controller to ensure the integrity of the general ledger, subsidiary ledgers, and other financial systems/applications.
Improve processes and level of service to the community.
Work with the Controller in preparation for year-end audit; compile audit request and review financial reports as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
8 + years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Public Accountant ( CPA ) qualification preferred.
Closing Date 06/10/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/20133
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
Job Duties
Description of Job Duty
Oversees all accounts, ledgers and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
Description of Job Duty
Maintains internal controls and safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs and program budgets and actual expenditures.
Description of Job Duty
Coordinates all audit activity.
Description of Job Duty
Consistently analyzes financial data and presents financial reports in an accurate and timely manner.
Description of Job Duty
Establishes accountability controls such as account reconciliation and timely resolution of reconciling differences.
Description of Job Duty
Provides assistance to other departmental units in the preparation of financial reports, and indirect cost and fringe benefit proposals.
Description of Job Duty
Ensures that all tax payments and reports are made and filed on a timely basis.
Description of Job Duty
Manages financial software applications.
Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization
Immunization Requirements
It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter