Senior Accountant / Accountant
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for the University of Wisconsin–Madison, is recruiting for a Senior Accountant / Accountant. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of accounting principles relevant to nonprofit organizations. This role requires proficiency in Excel, an aptitude to learn financial software systems, excellent communication abilities, an inquisitive nature, a willingness to take initiative, and the ability to work independently to successfully manage time and prioritize tasks. This position is a hybrid role and will require you to work in the office at least two days weekly.
Please note: We can hire this position at an Accountant or Senior Accountant level depending on the skills/experience of the selected candidate.
Who is WFAA?
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is a private, nonprofit corporation that encourages individuals and organizations to make gifts to the university and to connect with the UW. In 2014, the UW Foundation merged with the Wisconsin Alumni Association® to better serve a growing population of UW alumni and donors. We believe that private support grows out of good relationships between campus leaders, faculty and program staff who need support, and the alumni and friends who want to invest in UW–Madison. We provide important engagement opportunities to link UW–Madison alumni to each other and to their alma mater, building a strong community of Badgers.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Just as the university community benefits from differing viewpoints, perspectives, and experiences, inclusion and diversity are imperative for the success of our mission. WFAA values people and the differences that they bring to the organization, and creates an environment in which all staff members and constituents feel respected and have opportunities to thrive.
Primary Responsibilities
Accounting
- Perform general ledger analysis and account reconciliations, as assigned.
- Assist in completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual ledger closing activities.
- Assist with execution of annual audit, including preparation of related schedules and analysis.
- Complete accounting entries on a regular basis, ensuring proper supporting documentation is maintained.
- Provide backup or support for various accounting processes throughout the Finance department in areas such as gift accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, tax, and endowment accounting.
Financial Planning & Analysis / Reporting
- Collaborate in the development of routine reports and reporting mechanisms that support the efficient delivery of relevant and timely information to appropriate stakeholders.
- Perform financial modeling, complete projects, perform trend analyses, prepare routine activity summaries, and support ad-hoc queries.
Other Duties
- Aid in the development and execution of quality assurance procedures to ensure accurate, timely and consistent recording of transactions.
- Help to develop and refine departmental processes to meet department and organizational needs, with an emphasis on efficiency and adherence to internal controls.
- Assist in creating and maintaining documentation related to procedures and and/or training materials.
- Assist with completion of various Finance projects as request or assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related business field; or appropriate combination of education and experience.
- 2+ years of accounting experience.
Other Qualifications:
- CPA or CMA certification
- Proficient knowledge of US GAAP principles in a nonprofit setting
- Genuine interest in expanding technical knowledge and aptitude to research and interpret authoritative guidance and industry best practices
- Public accounting experience, or combined public and private accounting experience related to nonprofit accounting
- Demonstrated self-starter and ability to work independently
- Experience with NetSuite
WFAA is committed to provide our employees with an environment that is inspiring, creative and respectful. We offer competitive pay and an excellent benefits program, which includes a 10% 401k contribution after 1 year of service!
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer *The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association is the “doing business as” name of the merged organization comprising the University of Wisconsin Foundation (supportuw.org) and the Wisconsin Alumni Association (uwalumni.com). Its legal corporate name is registered as the University of Wisconsin Foundation.