Athletics Revenue Accountant

About the Job

This position primarily provides revenue related accounting services, for high-volume processes, working to ensure accuracy and compliance within the department and the University’s fiduciary guidelines. The position’s roles are primarily tied to processes in the Ticket Office. The position works closely with the Ticket Office staff and staff connected to other revenue related processes. The position reports to the Athletics Business Office to maintain segregation of duties for control purposes and accounting oversight. Position responsibilities include:

75% Financial Reporting

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About the Job

This position primarily provides revenue related accounting services, for high-volume processes, working to ensure accuracy and compliance within the department and the University’s fiduciary guidelines. The position’s roles are primarily tied to processes in the Ticket Office. The position works closely with the Ticket Office staff and staff connected to other revenue related processes. The position reports to the Athletics Business Office to maintain segregation of duties for control purposes and accounting oversight. Position responsibilities include:

75% Financial Reporting

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• Performs all accounting functions for the Ticket Office. Provides financial reporting on all components of ticket sales revenue.
• Reconciles the ticketing system to the University’s EFS system on a monthly basis or as needed to ensure financial accuracy.
• Balance daily Golden Gopher Fund donations and approve wire transfers from the University to the Foundation. Transfers funds to cover wires sent to the Foundation.
• Redistributes revenue from clearing account to appropriate revenue budget.
• Processes ticket sales sold to other Departments on campus (Internal Sales) via Peoplesoft.
• Paciolan - sets up daily batches for Seat Geek and E-Venue (online sales).Submits/closes daily settlements.Closes prior days’ batches.
• Provides billing information to invoice Gopher Sports Properties for ticket purchases.
• Audits settlements related to visiting team and away/post-season game ticket purchases.
• Provide support for billing of facilities rentals including tracking deposits and credit card transfers.
• Processes monthly tax payments to the state. Assessing all revenue and validating sales tax amounts to be paid. Monitor ticket related revenue budgets and reconcile on a monthly, annual, and season basis to make sure balances are closed or carryforwards are accurate.
• Prepares ad hoc reports on request.
• Provide ticket and financial information for hosted conference & NCAA tournaments, any ticketed external events.
• Provide settlement reports on parking sales sold through ICA to Parking Services and transfer money.
• Reconciliation of internal parking sales for Events sold through ICA.
• Monthly review of credit card refunds.

10% Serves as the department’s Merchant Account Manager

• Ensures PCI DSS Compliance: credit card processes are handled according to University and industry standards.
• Works with the Central Accounting to resolve issues that arise.
• Assist the University with the annual PCI DSS site visit.
• Due to the volume of transactions in the Ticket Office, position assists the University by providing information needed to complete annual PCI certification process (Pac online, phone bank, GGF auction, cellular) and resolve issues or gaps in processes.
• Monitors credit card machine use and trains on their operation.
• Keeps inventory of credit card devices, makes sure everyone fills out PCI attestation forms.
• Manage Incident reporting form process and ensure current and accurate contact info records.
• Sends annual Employee Non-Disclosure Form to all employees that handle credit card transactions, ensures completion.
• Completes Department Payment Card Manager Form process, including confirmation of confidentiality and security of cardholder data
• Coordinates annual PCI-DSS training for all employees that handle credit card transactions and ensures completion.
• Primary contact with Accertify to manage/minimize chargebacks and fraudulent purchases.
• Reviews and completes annual PCI-DSS SAQ questionnaire through Campus Guard.

5% Serves as the department’s Cash Manager

• Processes deposits according to University cash handling policy & process.
• Sets up event and program change funds when needed and reconcile vault balance.
• Process check refunds.

5% Serves as the Ticket Office Liaison for Financial related processes.

• Includes Parking Services, Audits, Accounting Services, and the Foundation

5% Other Duties As Assigned:

• Short Term – As unique situations arise in the Athletic Department that in particular involve the Ticket Office, Business Office, or facility event or financial related duties, this position may be called upon to assist. Some seasonal variation in duties may occur based on fluctuations in time demands specific to this position and other operations occurring in the Department. These would not represent significant on going changes to the position.
• Long Term – As the processes and people change over time in the Ticket Office, Business Office, or other financially related positions within Athletics, a minor portion of the job description could change on an ongoing basis.

Hourly rate for this position is $26.44 - $33.65 with potential for overtime.

Qualifications

Required:

BA/BS plus at least 2 years of professional work experience OR a combination of related education and work experience to equal six years.

About the Department

With more than 140 years of tradition, Gopher Athletics is one of the oldest and most decorated athletics departments in the country. Minnesota was a charter member of the Big Ten Conference – our teams have won more than 200 conference titles to go with 26 national titles. There are more than 600 student-athletes and nearly 300 full-time employees in our athletics department. That community has built Minnesota into a nation’s top-ranked public school with respect to student-athlete academic performance in each of the past four years, a span of time during which the Gophers have won 13 conference team titles and a collection of individual conference and national crowns. Housed in the historic Dinkytown neighborhood on the northern edge of the University campus, Gopher Athletics is succeeding against a backdrop unique in college athletics, nestled at the heart of a bustling, modern metro area. We are proud of our decorated history, but we are prepared to achieve even greater success in the years to come. Ski-U-Mah!

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Benefits

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you’ll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About the U of M

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).

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