Accounting Technician

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking an Accounting Technician in the Department of Psychiatry within Dell Medical School. The position is state-funded with a defined end date and renewal potential based on funding and performance.

Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, processing invoices and payments, and supporting financial reporting and budgeting. Strong attention to detail and collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED with at least 2 years of accounting or finance experience.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree in accounting or related field with 3 years healthcare financial experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Financial Records: updates journals, ledgers, and other records.
• Processes Transactions: handles accounts payable/receivable, disbursements, and reconciliations.
• Assists with Financial Reporting: prepares balance sheets, P&L, and budgeting support.
• Ensures Compliance: adheres to regulations and confidentiality; supports audits.
• Supports Financial Team: collaborates on month-end/year-end close and special projects.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Technical Proficiency

Analytical Skills

Organization

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree in accounting

Tools

Accounting Software

Job description

Job Posting Title

Accounting Technician

Hiring Department

Department of Psychiatry

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Oct 05, 2026

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Aug 31, 2027

Location

AUSTIN, TX

Job Details

General Notes

Dell Medical School is seeking an Account Technician. This is a state-funded position with an end date of August 31, 2027, renewable based on availability of funding, work performance, and progress toward goals.

Purpose

The Accounting Technician is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with financial reporting and analysis. This role involves verifying the accuracy of invoices, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements. The Accounting Technician reports to the Business Office Manager and works closely with the finance team, administrative staff, and external vendors. This position is essential to maintaining the financial integrity of departments such as the Ambulatory Surgery Center and Population Health, while remaining flexible and applicable across the broader organization.

Responsibilities

Maintains Financial Records

• Updates and maintains accounting journals, ledgers, and other records detailing financial transactions.
• Verifies the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents.
• Ensures all financial records are accurate and up to date.

Processes Transactions

• Processes accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Handles disbursements, expense vouchers, and receipts.
• Reconciles accounts and resolves discrepancies.

Assists with Financial Reporting

• Prepares and delivers periodic financial reports, such as balance sheets and profit and loss statements.
• Assists with budget preparation and financial planning processes.
• Conducts financial analysis to support decision-making.

Ensures Compliance

• Ensures compliance with relevant legal regulations and company policies.
• Maintains confidential financial information and protects the integrity of all data.
• Assists with audits and resolves discrepancies.

Supports Financial Team

• Collaborates with the finance team to improve financial procedures.
• Provides support during month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assists with special projects as needed.

Other duties as identified by department

MARGINAL OR PERIODIC FUNCTIONS

Participates in Staff Meetings

• Attends regular staff meetings and training sessions.
• Shares updates and best practices with the team.

Assists with Administrative Tasks

• Helps with filing, scanning, and organizing financial documents.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation.

Engages in Professional Development

• Pursues continuing education opportunities.
• Stays updated on the latest accounting practices and technologies.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Attention to Detail

• Ensures accuracy in financial records and transactions.
• Verifies invoices, reconciles accounts, maintains accurate records.

Technical Proficiency

• Uses accounting software and financial systems.
• Updates ledgers, processes transactions, prepares financial reports.

Analytical Skills

• Conducts financial analysis and supports decision-making.
• Prepares financial statements, assists with budget preparation, conducts analysis.

Organizational Skills

• Manages multiple tasks and maintains detailed records.
• Handles accounts payable and receivable, maintains documentation, supports month-end closing.

Communication Skills

• Collaborates with the finance team and external vendors.
• Resolves discrepancies, provides support during audits, shares updates in meetings.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires a High School Diploma/GED in with at least 2 year(s) of experience in accounting or finance.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

According to Executive Order No. GA-48 of the State of Texas: for all positions that research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), Business and Commerce Code, it is required that both candidates for employment and employees have the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's Degree in accounting or a related field with at least 3 year(s) of experience in healthcare setting with experience in financial reporting and analysis.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• None.

PREFERRED

• Certification as an Accounting Technician (CAT) or Certified Bookkeeper (CB).

Salary Range

$39,585+ depending on experience

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/EQUIPMENT

• Standard office equipment
• Repetitive use of a keyboard
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.