Job Details

Connecticut State Colleges and Universities System Office

Associate for Accounting and Reporting

Position Number: 6309147
Location: Hartford, CT
Position Type: Business - Accounting

Details:
Posted: June 10, 2025
Level: Administrator V (SUOAF)
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Tuesday, July 01, 2025.

Location:
CSCU System Office
61 Woodland Street Hartford, CT 06105
**This position is not remote**
For more information, please visit the campus website or www.ct.edu/hr/jobs

Connecticut State Colleges & Universities Mission:
The Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) contribute to the creation of knowledge and the economic growth of the state of Connecticut by providing affordable, innovative, and rigorous programs. Our learning environments transform students and facilitate an ever-increasing number of individuals to achieve their personal and career goals.

CSCU Vision:
The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities will build on its long and successful history by working collectively - within and across institutions - and by engaging external partners to increase the number of students pursuing and completing personally and professionally rewarding certificate and degree programs, improving their social mobility, and helping the state to meet its current and future workforce demands.

CSCU Equity Statement:
The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Anticipated Start Date: August 2025

Position Summary:
Responsible for the management of complex accounting functions and financial reporting for the CSCU System. Provide functional support using a wide variety of accounting and financial systems as assigned. Assist with bond related reporting. Provide guidance to CSCU institutions regarding accounting and reporting issues to encourage consistent recording and reporting of financial transactions according to BOR policy, state and federal statutes. Supervise the financial reporting of all payroll activities and the reconciliation of payroll expenditures to State and BOR systems.

Example of Job Duties:
Under the direction of the Director of Finance and Accounting, the Associate for Accounting and Reporting is responsible for the management of complex accounting functions and financial reporting for the CSCU System through effective performance in these essential duties:

Manage and coordinate preparation of year-end audited financial statements including extracting financial data, assembling data into statement format, and reviewing accuracy of submitted footnotes.
Maintain a current knowledge of GAAP standards and guidelines along with applicable State of Connecticut General Statutes, government and higher education policies and procedures.
Supervise the preparation of monthly Operating Fund, Bond Fund, General Fund and Check Writing reconciliations, including the investigation and resolution of outstanding items. Maintain the financial reporting of payroll activities and reconciliations of payroll expenditures to systems, including calculation of workers' compensation.
Responsible for year-end and start up GASB entries, including depreciation, allocation of summer tuition revenue, accruals for salary, fringe, accounts payable, allowance for doubtful accounts, unrecorded liabilities and prepaid expenses.
Participate in the preparation of year-end audited financial statement for CSCU system and Foundations, including extracting financial data, assembling data into statement format, and reviewing accuracy of submitted footnotes.
Supervise the compilation of data for the preparation of reports, statements, studies and analysis as required by outside agencies: APA, Office of Policy and Management (OPM), Office of Fiscal Analysis (OFA), Office of the State Comptroller (OSC), external auditors and other external entities as required.
Prepare monthly Non-appropriated Cash Status Report for consolidated CSCU. Compile data and prepare reports, statements, studies and analysis as required for internal and external entities such as internal auditors, external auditors, Auditors of Public Accounts (APA), Office of the Treasurer (OTT), and the Office of the State Comptroller (OSC).
Manage preparation of high-level reports (e.g., IPEDS, STIF, SEFA, GAAP, CHEFA) for external agencies and System Office management.
Assist with bond processes, including timely reporting, payments, transfers, and preparation of documents required for bond issuance. Assist with filing of spending plans, audited financial statements and other documentation required for bond related compliance.
Responsible for quarterly and year-end processes, including accruals for salary, fringe, accounts payable and prepaid expenses.
Assist in development of accounting and financial procedures and provide accounting support and training to the CSCU system.
Develops. maintains and coordinates the financial closing cycle including year-end data testing and creation of reports.
Participates in the internal administration of external audits.
Perform other duties and responsibilities which do not alter the basic level of the position.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
Five to seven years' of progressive experience in accounting
Preparation of monthly financial statements; finance experience in a non-profit organization; and experience in the evaluation of the implementation of accounting systems, policies and procedures
Ability to use computer and associated software, and strong interpersonal skills are required to accomplish the responsibilities of this position.

Candidates must possess proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. They are expected to have excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master's Degree in accounting/finance administration.

These qualifications may be waived for individuals with appropriate alternate experience.

Starting Salary:
Minimum Salary; $93,901 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits. The salary will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications such as education and job-related experience, and internal equity.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous leave policies; several retirement plans; and many choices for comprehensive health insurance. You also have access to many additional benefits to save for retirement, protect your family & more with supplemental benefits. Tuition reimbursement may apply if applicable.

Application Instructions:
To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.

Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable.

For more information or to apply via our website at www.ct.edu/hr/jobs

Selection Procedure:
Following the closing date, application materials will be evaluated by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be limited to those applicants who are best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Candidates who have been selected and approved to interview will be contacted, and finalists will be recommended for further consideration by the Hiring Manager for final selection and recommendation for employment. The selection process may also include practical exercises (i.e., teaching demonstration and/or other written, technical, manipulative, or simulation exercises) to evaluate candidates' qualifications.

Background Screening:
All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination
CSCU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, please contact CSCU-SO-Compliance@ct.edu.

CSCU IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F