Accountant II

University Of Florida; Gainesville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Construction Accounting professional to support capital projects on the Main Campus in Gainesville. You will review expenditures, reconcile project accounts, monitor purchase order balances, and prepare correcting entries to ensure compliance with contracts and funding requirements.

You will provide operational backup for key accounting functions, assist with project funding requests and reporting, and participate in special projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; two years of relevant experience.
• Experience with capital construction accounting preferred.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills required.
• Ability to interpret University, State and Federal rules and policies.

Responsibilities

• Construction Accounting Processing: review expenditures, reconcile accounts, monitor PO balances, and prepare correcting entries.
• Operational Backup Support: assist with project funding requests and related transactions.
• Reporting: assist with recurring and ad hoc financial reports for audits.
• Special Projects: participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Accounting software

Problem solving

Communication skills

Rules and policies

Independent work

Excel

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Job no: 541045
Work type: Staff Full-Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Construction/Design/Planning, Business/Accounting/Finance, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support
Department: 64901000 - FA-CA-ADMINISTRATION

Classification Title:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.

Job Description:

Construction Accounting Processing:

Performs professional accounting functions supporting the University’s capital construction projects by reviewing and monitoring project expenditures for compliance with contracts, University policies, and funding requirements. Reconciles project accounts, researches and resolves discrepancies, monitors purchase order balances, and prepares correcting entries as needed. Reviews and processes approved purchase order revisions within the ERP system, verifies the accuracy of updates, and maintains detailed project accounting records to support effective financial management.

Operational Backup Support:

Provides operational support and business continuity by serving as backup for key accounting functions within the department. Processes project funding requests, Interdepartmental Service Provider (ISP) invoices, and related transactions, while also supporting invoice processing and other accounting activities as needed to ensure efficient and uninterrupted departmental operations.

Reporting:

Assists with the preparation and distribution of recurring and ad hoc financial reports related to Construction Accounting activities. Compiles, analyzes, and presents financial data to support management decision-making, while providing documentation and responding to requests associated with internal and external audits to ensure compliance and transparency.

Special Projects:

Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

commensurate with experience

Preferred:

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with accounting software
• Ability to apply problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and business ‑ reporting abilities
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply applicable University, State, and Federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross ‑ functional team.
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 20 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 03 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.