Job Summary
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) seeks an Accountant to join the General Accounting team within the Controller's Office. The Controller's Office is responsible for the stewardship of the college’s financial resources, including internal and external financial reporting, oversight of payroll, responsibility for grant, contract and tax reporting. This includes preparation of the quarterly and annual financial statements and tax filings. The Controller’s Office also supports the functioning of the Audit, Finance and Investment committees of the Board of Trustees, and oversees financial compliance related to higher education regulations and debt issuance.
The Accountant performs professional work in the area of accounting, analysis and reporting as assigned. Specifically, the Accountant is responsible for assisting in drafting financial statements and reports, as well as tax reports for review and approval by the Assistant Controller. Prepares journal entries, reconciliations and assists with other aspects of the year-end audit and monthly closings. Maintains internal accounting systems, including general ledger, fixed assets and restricted and designated funds. Prepares audit schedules and notes to financial statements. Follows proper accounting best practices. The successful candidate will thrive in a campus environment that is committed to advancing the principles of social equity and inclusion, environmental and climate justice, and equal access to resources and opportunities.
As an employer, RISD offers a supportive, collegial, and inclusive work environment and a competitive benefits package.
Essential Functions:
Required Knowledge/Skills/Experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Union:
No
Work Schedule:
35 hours per week;12 months per year
Employment Status:
Full-time; Exempt; Regular
Grade:
11/AD
Work Modality
Hybrid
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please upload all required documents.
The successful candidate will be required to meet our pre-employment background screening requirements.
RISD recognizes diversity and inclusivity as fundamental to its learning community and integral to an art and design education. We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. RISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
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RISD continues to build on a distinguished history of providing innovative leadership in art and design education through its commitment to creative experimentation and risk taking. This progressive, inquisitive attitude permeates our campus culture, supporting the 2,450 undergraduate and graduate students, along with the 1,000 faculty members, curators, administrative and support staff who form our community.
RISD is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer offering a supportive, collegial and inclusive work environment and a competitive benefits package. If you find a position that suits you here, you’ll become part of an inspiring community of staff, faculty and students that thrives on creativity and values everything art and design bring to our everyday lives.