Deposit Accounting Manager (Levels I - IV)

Department

Deposit Accounting | The Controller's Office

Responsibilities

The Controller's Office offers career ladders for many of our positions which allow tenured employees promotional opportunities within their job. The successful candidate will be hired at the most appropriate level of The Deposit Accounting Manager I through IV, based on education and experience.

This position is within the Deposit Accounting team of the Florida State University Controller's Office.

Supervises the Deposit Accounting team and oversees the performance, evaluation, training, and development of staff. Oversees staff functions including deposit matching and posting; developing and maintaining systems and procedures to identify and record deposits; providing departmental training and support; and reconciling databases and systems to ensure timely, accurate deposit processing.

Directs staff activities related to the university's eCommerce payment systems and merchant services, including the processing of credit card refunds, voids, and chargebacks. Manages the administration of university merchant fees and related activities and confirms the accuracy and payment of monthly charges.

Serves as the primary liaison on the reconciliation of deposit transactions. Ensures timely, thorough reconciliation of all deposit-related activity to the university's bank statement. Attends monthly bank reconciliation meetings and communicates with other areas as needed to resolve outstanding deposits in a timely manner.

Maintains sound fiscal controls. Reviews daily and monthly reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely completion. Monitors trends and key indicators of deposit processing and merchant services. Identifies problem areas with awareness to recognize potential areas of non-compliance. Makes recommendations for the improvement of procedures and outcomes through routine monitoring, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and process development.

Ensures adequate internal business process documentation as well as backup and cross training in critical and ancillary business functions. Ensures university trainings are regularly offered and reference guides are up to date. Participates in disaster recovery or other planning, testing, and execution.

Other duties and projects assigned.

Qualifications

Master's degree in accounting, finance, or similar field and three years of experience; or a Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar field and five years of experience; or a high school diploma / equivalent and nine years of related experience. (Note : a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)

Level I - Master's degree in accounting, finance, or similar field AND 3 years' experience, OR Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar field AND 5 years' relevant experience OR a combination of post-high school, relevant education and accounting, finance, or similar experience equal to 9 years.

Level II - Level I requirements plus an additional 2 years' relevant experience OR a CPA certification. FSU Financial Representative Certificate and FSU Customer Service Certificate preferred.

Level III - Level II requirements plus an additional 2 years' relevant experience.

Level IV - Level III requirements plus an additional 2 years' relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing, supervising, training, and / or directing work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
• Experience with accounting systems and practices.
• Ability to document existing and new processes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Knowledge of the OMNI (PeopleSoft) accounting system and experience researching, producing, analyzing, and communicating complex financial data.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Knowledge of related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations; ability to apply related university policies, procedures, principles, and practices.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary for this position is $64,000, commensurate with experience and education.

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How To Apply

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Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a resume and cover letter with their application.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.