Finance Specialist – Accountant

Job Description

WORK SCHEDULE

• Work Schedule: 100% remote work arrangement.

BUDGETED SALARY:

• $93,833- $106,555 per annum

SCHOOL/UNIT DESCRIPTION:

Vice Provost and Dean of Research / Office of Technology Licensing: The Office of Technology Licensing (OTL) was established in 1970 to manage the intellectual property assets of Stanford University. OTL evaluates, markets, and licenses technology owned by the University. OTL's mission is to encourage effective technology transfer for the public benefit as well as generating royalty income for Stanford to benefit research and education. OTL is one of the country's most active offices in the field of technology transfer from the university to industry. Our staff, most of whom are professionals engaged directly in licensing, manages over 3,000 active dockets.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Office of Technology Licensing at Stanford University seeks to fill one Finance Specialist – Accountant position. This role will, under the direct supervision of the manager/director, perform moderately complex accounting activities and functions, including monitoring accounts, preparing documentation, expenditure reconciliations and reviews, revenue reporting/accounting, purchases and reimbursements, general ledger transactions, and journal entries. All accounting tasks are specific to licensing (patent) income and university setting.

This is a 100% FTE, benefits-eligible position. For consideration, please submit a resume. All final candidates must complete a background check.

PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Financial Accounting Knowledge: Understanding of accounting principles, financial statements, and relevant regulations.

• Analytical Skills: The ability to analyze financial data and trends is crucial for identifying areas of improvement, making informed financial decisions, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

• Attention to Detail: Given the precision required in financial work, a high level of attention to detail is necessary to avoid errors in financial statements and reports. This includes a thorough review of transactions and documentation.

• Software Proficiency: Proficiency in accounting software and financial management tools is important. Ability to learn and adjust to new software preferred.

• Communication Skills: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, smooth interacting with team members, presenting financial information to non-finance stakeholders, and ensuring clear and transparent communication within the organization.

Comfort with Non-Accounting Finance Admin Tasks: In addition to traditional accounting duties, a finance specialist should be comfortable and adept at handling non-accounting finance administrative tasks