Kutztown University of Pennsylvania - Kutztown, PA
posted about 2 months ago
Kutztown University is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Disbursements Accounting Manager to join our Business Office. This position is crucial for managing all payment activities across the Accounts Payable, Procurement, and Accounting Offices. The Disbursements Accounting Manager will report directly to the Controller and will be responsible for supervising two Fiscal Technicians and student workers. The role requires ensuring that all disbursement processes comply with university policies, as well as those of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE), state, and federal regulations. The Disbursements Accounting Manager will oversee all payment processing functions for the university, which includes reviewing and approving all payments while ensuring compliance with established policies, procedures, and internal controls. This position serves as a key resource for the campus community regarding all disbursement-related inquiries and will also oversee the university's purchasing card (pcard) audit process. Additionally, the manager will be responsible for managing accurate processing within the university's travel management system, preparing 1099 tax filings, and managing unclaimed property submissions. The role also involves performing monthly account reconciliations for complex financial aid and pass-through account activities, completing journal entries for expenses (including accruals at year-end), and assisting in the preparation of various financial reports. Collaboration with procurement shared services to address outstanding purchase requests, contracts, and bids is also a key responsibility. The Disbursements Accounting Manager will lead special projects related to disbursement activities, ensuring that all tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.