Accountant I

The University of Texas at Arlington; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington is seeking an Accountant I to provide financial and administrative support for departmental operations. You will reconcile statements, analyze reports, assist with budget transfers, and monitor cost centers and project accounts.

You will also help with purchasing and inventory management, coordinating supplies, equipment, and services in line with university policies. This role operates on a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.
• Preferred: accounting degree with two years' experience including reconciliations and proficiency in PeopleSoft and MS Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts, department cost centres, and ProCard transactions.
• Monitor departmental budgets and maintain detailed financial spreadsheets for accurate fund tracking.
• Prepare and submit purchase requests, requisitions, and purchase orders in line with university policies.
• Interpret and apply university purchasing rules and regulations.
• Advise staff on proper purchasing methods and allowable expenditures.
• Coordinate with Accounts Receivable to verify PO deliverables and authorize payments.
• Prepare, enter, and track budget corrections, transfers and journal entries.
• Perform other related duties to support operations and financial integrity.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft

MS Excel

Job description

Purpose of Position

The Accountant I provides financial and administrative support for departmental operations. Responsibilities include reconciling financial statements, analyzing reports, processing budget transfers, and monitoring cost centers and project accounts. This position also assists with purchasing and inventory management by coordinating the ordering of supplies, equipment, and related services in compliance with university policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Perform regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts, department cost centres, and ProCard transactions. Investigate and resolve discrepancies while maintaining accurate and complete supporting documentation.
• Assist with monitoring departmental budgets and maintaining detailed financial spreadsheets to ensure accurate tracking of funds and expenditures.
• Prepare and submit purchase requests, including Mav eShop carts, requisitions, purchase orders, quotes, service contracts, and ProCard purchases in accordance with university policies.
• Interpret and explain university purchasing rules and regulations.
• Advise department staff on proper purchasing methods and allowable expenditures.
• Collaborate with department personnel and Accounts Receivable to verify purchase order deliverables and authorize timely vendor payments.
• Prepare, enter, and track budget corrections, transfers, and journal entries to ensure proper accounting and reporting.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental operations and financial integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accounting degree and two (2) years of experience to include preparing detailed reconciliations and experience using PeopleSoft and MS Excel.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pm
• Hybrid Work Schedule Available

Benefits Information

Position is benefit eligible: Yes

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University.

https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits