Accounting Operations Manager

Grade: 058 Department: Administration and Finance - FAS Office of Finance FLSA Status: Exempt Company Description By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Why join the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences? The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) is the historic heart of Harvard University. It is the home of Harvard’s undergraduate program (Harvard College, founded in 1636) as well as all of Harvard’s Ph.D. programs (the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1872), Harvard Athletics and the Division of Continuing Education. The 40 academic departments and 30+ centers of the FAS support a community unparalleled in its academic excellence across the broadest range of liberal arts and sciences disciplines. Together, the FAS seeks to foster an environment of ambition, curiosity and shared commitment to knowledge and truth that elicits excellence from all members of our community and prepares the next generation of leaders through a transformative educational experience.

Job Summary: Manage accounting activities, and provides specialized analysis and financial reporting. Job-Specific Responsibilities: Responsible for effective staff management, including hiring and orientation, training and development, workflow and performance management, and the promotion of an inclusive and innovative work environment Establish and monitor effective accounting processes and systems to maintain accounting controls Ensure department's accurate and timely financial reporting Identify operational challenges; research and implement solutions May prepare tax documentation and financial statements Ensure the school/unit financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles Collaborate on the development of new accounting procedures within school/unit that support University wide policies and initiatives Prepare department for annual and interim audits from internal and external firms/agencies Ensure financial compliance with University policies and procedures, audit and accounting disclosure requirements, and applicable legal rules and regulation Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office setting; this is a hybrid position requiring 1 day on campus (subject to change) Physical Requirements: Sitting and using near vision for reading and computer work for extended periods of time.

Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience required Minimum of 7 years’ relevant work experience Supervisory experience Additional Qualifications and Skills: MBA or Master’s degree in relevant field preferred Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, advanced excel skills Advanced knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations Demonstrated experience with Financial systems and data query tools Certificates and Licenses: CPA Desirable Additional Information Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education, Criminal, Credit Other Information: All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources. Work Format Details This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard