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Accountant II

Tulane University

New Orleans, LA · Posted July 29, 2026

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Prepares, sends, and manages monthly and annual invoices for Department’s significant portfolio of third-party contracts. Maintains master summary, files, and documentation of all outside contracts. Creates revenue summary reports by faculty and by contract on a regular and on-demand basis. Assist with Medical Legal accounts including invoicing, reconciliations and collections. Assists with annual budget, monthly and year-end fiscal close.

Excel proficiency (minimum Intermediate Level) in utilizing advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and complex formulas to analyze financial data, generate reports, and facilitate decision-making processes

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail

Solid experience in budget preparation, tracking and financial administration

Ability to anticipate and meet established deadlines

Excellent verbal, written and professional communication skills are essential

Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential

Ability to multi-task, and prioritize work assignments

Ability to maintain confidentiality in all work performed

Ability to work both independently and with employees across all levels of the organization

Manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard and visual acuity to read computer monitor

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance, or closely related field

Two years of professional experience in accounting, to include working as part of a collaborative financial team using Excel, Microsoft Word, and Intuit Quickbooks

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years of professional accounting experience

Working knowledge of Federal and State regulations pertaining to contracting

Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane’s employment or educational programs or activities.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu .