Accountant II, Controller/Accounting Services

University of Texas at San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) is seeking an Accountant II for the Controller/Accounting Services team in San Antonio, TX. The role performs routine accounting, prepares and analyzes financial statements, and ensures adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities include reconciliations, month-end close, and collaboration with departments. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or accounting; 3 years of experience; plus eligible to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field.
• Three (3) years of related work experience.
• Four (4) years of experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Applies accounting knowledge and reviews departmental work.
• Prepares, audits, and analyzes accounting records and reports.
• Performs monthly and year-end closing entries and reconciliations.

Skills

General Ledger Accounting

Accounts Reconciliation

Financial Analysis

Accounting Principles and Standards (G

Documentation & Records Management

Business Process Improvement

Financial Risk Management

Process Automation

Education

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

3 years of related work experience

4 years of experience may substitute for a Bachelor's degree

Job description

Accountant II, Controller/Accounting Services

Location: San Antonio, TX

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job ID: 16449

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Information

University of Texas at San Antonio (UT SanAntonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: $60,918 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be open until filled. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

Job Summary

The Accountant II performs routine accounting assignments for the University. This position plays a key role in preparing, examining, and analyzing financial statements, accounting records, and reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established procedures.

Core Responsibilities

1. Applies accounting knowledge. Reviews university departmental work. Performs complex reconciliations.
2. Prepares, examines, audits, and analyzes accounting records, financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards. Prepares month/year-end closing entries and various other reports.
3. Communicates with departmental personnel and assists with departmental questions as needed.
4. Prepares timely, accurate, and complex reconciliations on a monthly basis.
5. Assists with the preparation of work papers supporting the monthly/annual financial reports.
6. Reviews work of other University departments.
7. Assists in the development of new accounting procedures and methods.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting or related field.
• At the department's discretion, four (4) years of experience may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.
• Three (3) years of related work experience.
• This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General Ledger Accounting
• Accounts Reconciliation
• Financial Analysis
• Accounting Principles and Standards (IFRS, GAAP)
• Documentation & Records Management
• Business Process Improvement
• Financial Risk Management
• Process Automation

Working Conditions

• Office Environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events. Workdays, areas, and work hours may vary depending on the department's needs.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional.

This position will work both on campus and remotely in Texas. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.