Corporate Accountant Lead – Property Management

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. Lead the University’s Property Management unit and related institutional systems .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Property Management, including compliance with federal and state regulations, financial analysis, and accounting principles. Proficient in managing financial systems and leading the implementation of accounting modules while ensuring adherence to GAAP and FASB guidelines.

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Property ManagementGenerally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Financial AnalysisFinancial Systems SoftwareCPA or Certified Research Administrator

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Hard Skills

Financial CalculationsAutomated Double-Entry Accounting SystemsData Extraction ProgrammingTrend AnalysisFund Accounting ProceduresFinancial ReportingAnalytical Information ManipulationComplex Problem SolvingPolicy DevelopmentCompliance Analysis

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementCritical ThinkingOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Word Processing ApplicationsSpreadsheet ApplicationsDatabase ApplicationsFinancial SystemsAccounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACertified Research AdministratorMaster’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Industry Keywords

FASBGASBFederal ComplianceProperty AccountingAudit Liaison

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the University’s Property Management unit and related institutional systems
Coordinate, develop, and apply systems, policies, and procedures for compliance with federal, state, sponsor, and University regulations
Prepare in-depth analyses, trend analyses, and recommendations for policies, practices, and procedures
Design and code programs to extract data from Accounts Payable, Grants, Fixed Asset, and General Ledger modules
Identify transactions requiring research and ensure reconciliation with federal, state, and external agency records
Ensure asset transactions are properly posted in accordance with WVU, divisional, state, and GAAP requirements
Develop and maintain functional and systems knowledge of financial and human resources modules and their integration
Lead design and implementation of the core Fixed Asset accounting module, including setup tables, lookup values, and auto-accounting rules
Lead testing and implementation of new functionality and modifications in the Fixed Asset Module
Lead testing requirements for financial system upgrades involving Fixed Asset Module tables and functionality
Troubleshoot and resolve module issues with the Financial Systems functional analyst team
Conduct the annual assessment of Property Management policies, procedures, and systems for federal compliance
Analyze federal property reporting deficiencies and develop corrective recommendations
Manage and reconcile the University’s Fixed Asset System
Examine transactions and research discrepancies between General Ledger asset accounting and the Fixed Asset Module
Prepare, analyze, and record year-end Property Management entries
Analyze and report Property Management activity to sponsored award agencies, including the Office of Naval Research
Develop methodologies for internal and external property-management calculations and research discrepancies
Serve as liaison with external agencies, auditors, and consultants on property accounting and management issues
Gather information, explain and defend institutional practices and policies, and respond to audit findings
Coordinate and manage campus-wide self-reported physical inventories with University Business Offices
Develop and implement methodologies for property accounting reports and special projects
Train University personnel and faculty on property management regulations, policies, procedures, and award terms
Report and advise senior management on Property Management concerns and discrepancies
Carry out special projects supporting institutional missions and unit objectives
Participate in continuing education seminars and workshops, including computing, fund accounting, NASA property reporting, property management, and federal regulations
Travel in-state and out-of-state for training and professional development
Act as backup to other positions within the unit and occasionally perform their duties
Work limited evening and weekend hours as required by institutional processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the financial operations of a complex organization
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered
High-level analytical and critical thinking abilities
Organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
Comprehensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Comprehensive knowledge of accounting guidelines established by FASB and GASB
Comprehensive knowledge of fund accounting procedures and regulations
Understanding of automated double-entry accounting systems
Ability to manipulate accounting systems to provide standard and analytical information
Ability to perform complex financial calculations, including financial ratios, statistical analyses, and trend analyses
Oral and written communication skills for explaining complex guidelines, justifying recommendations, and interacting with regulatory agencies and auditors
Ability to organize information, perform financial calculations, draw logical conclusions, and prepare financial reports, analyses, and summaries for upper-level administration
Ability to interpret, apply, and implement federal, state, university, and professional guidelines
Proficiency operating a personal computer and word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
Ability to create sophisticated applications using word processing, spreadsheet, and database software
Ability to use a high-level computer language and write reports/queries to extract data from the accounting system
Ability to maintain institutional attendance and punctuality standards
Ability to foster cooperation and harmony among groups and exercise professional judgment in new or unusual situations
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment
Preferred: Master’s degree
Preferred: Prior experience with advanced financial systems software
Preferred: Advanced graduate degree in Accounting and/or Finance and/or CPA designation
CPA or Certified Research Administrator will be given preference

Benefits

Comp & perks

37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year
18 sick days per year
A range of health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match
Eligibility to continue health insurance and other retiree perks
Wellness programs
Job-related continuing education seminars and workshops
In-state and out-of-state travel for continuing education