Corporate Accountant

Corporate Accountant Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University's mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.Come Meet Marshall and discover what it means to be part of the Marshall University family! We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to eligible employees only. Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below.Work week is 37.5 hrs.A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!Holidays – Employees receive 13 Paid HolidaysAnnual and Sick Leave – Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. Employee LeaveHealth Insurance – Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.Educational/Tuition Benefits – Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children.Retirement Plans – Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.Wellness Programs – PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.Position InformationPosition Title - Corporate AccountantBanner Position Number - 002189E-Class - NC - Nonclassified -.53 or >Department - Accounting Office - MU4300Job Description - Preparation and posting of accrual based journal entries to record assets, liabilities, and revenue/expense restatements for the financial statements in the University accounting system (Banner). Process payments between University departments and/or other State agencies. Reconciling purchase card transactions and cash balances in the University and State accounting systems.Salary Range - $52,105-67,736 - Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity.Salary Type - SalaryTime Type - Full-TimeWork Location - MU - Marshall UniversityQualifications Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description. Required QualificationsEducation - Bachelor's degreeExperience - One year related work experiencePreferred QualificationsEducation - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business AdministrationExperience - Three plus years of accounting experiencePosting Detail InformationPosting Number - MU1250EOpen Date - 06/01/2026Close DateOpen Until Filled - YesSpecial Instructions SummarySupplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher? YesNoApplicant Documents Required DocumentsResumeCover LetterOptional Documents