Senior Accountant

Loyola University New Orleans is hiring a Senior Accountant, responsible for supporting and delivering on department initiatives. The Senior Accountant performs duties related to a variety of accounting functions and providing supervision to the department under the guidance and direction of the Controller.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in Accounting or Finance or related field. Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a senior accounting position. Minimum of two (2) years demonstrated supervisory experience is required. Demonstrated experience in strategic fiscal management is preferred. Active CPA designation is required. Understanding of accounting principles (GAAP, FASB) specific to nonprofit organizations. Must possess the following human relations and interpersonal skills: High degree of professionalism including the ability to maintain strict levels of confidentiality. Effective conflict resolution skills with the ability to encourage consensus and teamwork. Ability to effectively communicate with diverse groups of individuals and to adapt communication to the audience and the situation. Must be flexible and adapt to change with differing responsibilities and deadlines, in a self-motivated and pro-active manner either independently or as part of an effective team. Must be computer literate with the capability of performing at an intermediate or above level with Microsoft Office Suite of products (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Must be computer literate with or have the ability to learn quickly Enterprise Resource Planning software. May require overtime work for certain times during the year or on an as-needed basis. May require evening and weekend work.

See complete job description at: http://finance.loyno.edu/human-resources/staff-employment-opportunities

To apply, please email your resume and cover letter with the job title as the subject to: resumes@loyno.edu

Loyola University New Orleans is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.