Accountant I

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Accountant I in the Mathematics Department at The University of Texas at Arlington will provide accounting support including account management, monthly reconciliations, purchasing, and invoicing. The role requires initiative and the ability to work with staff, faculty, and administration at all levels.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Annual salary ranges from $45,400 to $50,000 with final offer based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• Moderate-level working knowledge and experience of Excel.
• Two or more years of accounting experience in a large academic department (preferred).
• Experience with grant accounting (preferred).
• Experience with UTShare accounting system (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing travel reimbursements.
• Obtain financial information from UTA accounting system to manage department funds by cost centers and grants.
• Enter and track budget corrections and transfers for cost centers and grants.
• Reconcile monthly financial statements for cost centers and grants in UTA accounting system.
• Enter IDT Journal Entries for the department and Life Sciences Core Facility.
• Run UTA accounting system queries for data gathering and analysis.
• Oversee monthly reconciliation of ProCard/credit card transaction logs.
• Maintain all source documents in department files.
• Assist with budget tracking and maintaining department funds spreadsheets.
• Serve as an engaged team member within the mathematics department.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

UTShare accounting system

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S06303P

Position Title

Department

Department Mathematics

Location

Location Arlington

Job Family

Job Family Administrative Support

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm

Open to

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

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

The Accountant I will be responsible for providing accounting support, including various organizational processes such as account management, monthly reconciliations, purchasing, and invoicing for the mathematics department. This position requires initiative and independent judgment, as well as the ability to work effectively with staff, faculty, and administration at all levels.
The annual salary for this position ranges from $45,400-$50,000.The final offer will be based on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with processing travel reimbursements.
• Obtain financial information from UTA accounting system to manage department funds by cost centers and grants at the budget and transaction-level.
• Enter and track budget corrections and transfers for both cost centers and grants.
• Reconcile monthly financial statements for cost centers and grants in UTA accounting system.
• Enter IDT Journal Entries for the department and the Life Sciences Core Facility in UTA accounting system.
• Run UTA accounting system queries for data gathering and analysis.
• Oversee monthly reconciliation of ProCard/credit card transaction logs and enter data into UTA accounting system.
• Maintain all source documents in department computer files.
• Assist with budget tracking and maintaining spreadsheets for department funds.
• Serve as a valuable and engaged team member within the mathematics department.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• Moderate-level working knowledge and experience of Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience within a large academic department or a comparable setting.
• Experience and knowledge in grant accounting.
• Experience with the UTShare accounting system.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the University’s accounting policies and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills.
• Efficient and competent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to learn and master new software as needed for the role.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail] .

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Maximum Number of References Accepted 3

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD or equivalent
• * How many years of experience do you have in accounting and/or bookkeeping?
  • None/less than 1 years
  • 1 to 2 years
  • 2 to 3 years
  • 3 to 4 years
• * What is your skill level with Microsoft Excel?
  • No Skills/Basic
  • Intermediate
  • Advanced
  • Proficient
• * How many years of experience do you have working in an academic environment?
  • None/less than 2 years
  • 2 to 3 years
  • 4 to 5 years
  • 6 years or more

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter

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