Job Details

Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Financial and Accounting Manager is responsible for the accurate and timely management of all financial and accounting operations for University Marketing & Communications. This role oversees the day‑to‑day accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, and month‑end close processes. The Manager will assist in developing and maintaining internal control policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations, and supporting the Senior Director, Operations & Administration with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting to drive effective organizational decision‑making.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Sets and maintains departmental operating budget and manages accounting services within University Marketing & Communications, ensuring alignment with department and institutional goals. Monitors, analyzes, reconciles, and reports on all financial activity. This includes budget planning and performance, monthly and yearly reporting, account reconciliation, variance analysis, budget adjustments, purchase orders, journals, change orders, invoices, etc.
• Responsible for timely processing of all accounting documents according to closing schedules, investigating and making corrections in a timely manner; prepares various general ledger entries to facilitate monthly, quarterly and yearly closing. Assures the integrity of general ledger accounts, analyzes and solves system problems pertaining to these accounts and responds to various inquiries on general accounting and departmental issues.
• Develops and regularly distributes financial reports for department heads.
• Reviews and recommends operational policies/procedures. Maintains working knowledge of various procedures, processes and systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
• Ability to move to on and off‑campus locations

Equipment

• Office equipment.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience

Relevant Experience (3 Years)

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, finance or related field.
• Experience with Workday and Clickup.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Analytical Thinking, Analyzing Reports, Communication, Data Analysis, Data Assessment, Decision Making, High Accuracy, High Reliability, Report Preparation, Self Motivation, Spreadsheets, Variance Analysis, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G11

Salary Range

$53,100.00 – $90,600.00 / Annually. The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email ...@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-###-#### and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre‑Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre‑employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We've got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University's policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment “fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.