Hiring range: $70,000 - $80,000
The Foundation Accountant is responsible for finance, accounting, business operations, and financial support of the UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Foundation. Responsibilities include carrying out all day-to-day accounting functions, financial statement preparation & analysis, development of annual operating budgets and assisting in the year-end financial audit.
The Foundation Accountant reports to the Executive Director of Finance and Facilities Services. The position will focus on maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the Foundation's financial and accounting records, overseeing gift agreements and gift processing, executing monthly closing activities, and assisting in the development of reports as needed for the Chief Development Officer, the Foundation Board of Directors, and the School of Pharmacy leadership.
The Foundation Accountant is a key liaison for the Foundation with the School of Pharmacy and the University on financial matters and performs all transfers, budgeting, scholarships, policy and financial accountability. In conjunction with the Chief Development Officer, the Foundation Accountant is the contact for the Foundation's Board of Directors. The Foundation Accountant will develop the financial budget, audit workpapers and financial reporting for the semi-annual board and board committee meetings. This position will assist in developing the Finance and Audit Committee agenda and in executing Committee business. As needed, the Foundation Accountant will also develop and provide budget reporting to the Dean and the Chief Development Officer as well as any Associated Entity reporting required to other partners across UNC.
The Foundation Accountant is responsible for developing and ensuring that policies and procedures, which result in a strong internal control environment, are implemented and carried out effectively. They must be able to develop and implement new procedures and adapt to changing systems to minimize risk and ensure compliance and data integrity.