Salary & Benefits: $60,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience 

Primary Duties: 

• Overall, manage the accounting responsibilities for Designation, Auxiliary, and Retirement Funds.
• Assist with accounting activities in Athletics and lead the NCAA triennial audit, as well as annually prepare associated workpapers for annual reporting requirements.
• Preparation of pension and OPEB quarterly/yearly accounting and reporting including related note disclosures.
• Assist with accounting activities for WGVU and assist with the WGVU annual audit, including preparation of related workpapers, financial statements, and note disclosures.
• Reconciles various ledger account activity, including payroll and benefit liabilities.
• Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Minimum five (5) years related work experience.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of software (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Teams).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Master’s degree in accounting.
• Eight (8) years related work experience.
• CPA certification.

Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.

How to Apply:  Attach your cover letter and resume.

The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting, please contact Karen Mushong mushongk@gvsu.edu.  If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at hro@gvsu.edu. 

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. 

Application Deadline: April 3, 2025 at 11:59pm