Senior Accountant - Accounting & Financial Reporting (Governmental Accounting)

Location: United States work authorization required; this position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship.

Salary: $60,390.00–$76,998.50 per 12 months

Company

hirify.global is a higher education institution focused on serving its students and community through accountable, collaborative, and professional operations.

What you will do

• Prepare general ledger journal entries under GAAP and governmental accounting standards, including GASB.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end reconciliations across cash, receivables, payables, payroll, capital assets, and deferred items.
• Prepare financial statements, ACFR materials, regulatory schedules, audit schedules, and supporting workpapers.
• Research discrepancies, analyze variances, and maintain reconciliation documentation under internal controls.
• Respond to internal and external auditor requests and assist with implementing audit recommendations.
• Use the financial ERP system, provide accounting guidance, and participate in process improvements and system testing.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a closely related field.
• Five years of accounting experience, including general ledger accounting, financial statements, and audit schedules.
• Knowledge of GAAP, governmental accounting, financial reporting, and applicable accounting standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to analyze complex accounting issues, manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice to have

• Governmental or higher education accounting experience.
• Experience preparing ACFR materials, GFOA award submissions, or other financial reports.
• CPA or CPA-eligible status.
• Experience with ERP or financial management systems such as Ellucian Colleague.

Culture & Benefits

• Culture centered on respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth and continuous learning.
• Commitment to belonging and serving students and the community.
• Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process.