FBS Administrator III

Texas A&M University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 84,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University’s Finance - Bush School is seeking an FBS Administrator III to provide accounting and business support to a designated unit, department, college, or other System member. The role includes auditing, reporting, reconciling, tracking, reviewing, and approving actions on designated accounts, while offering strategic input and serving as a resource to staff.

The position is based in Washington, DC, requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance with four years

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits mastery in executing, reviewing, and auditing complex accounting and financial transactions.
• Develops and prepares financial presentations, reports, financial models, and projections.
• Provides reports and executive-level communication and customer service to VP’s, Deans, Department Heads, and other senior staff.
• Assists in setting strategic and programmatic financial and budget goals.
• Assists in performing Annual Financial Report (AFR) tasks.
• Tracks budgets and assists with department allocations and budget requests.

Skills

Accounting proficiency

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Databases

Financial management system

Job description

A Glimpse of the Job

The Finance & Business Services Accountant / Analyst / Administrator III is responsible for providing accounting or business support to a designated unit, department, college, or other System member; supporting FBS leadership and serving as a resource within their unit for other staff members; auditing, reporting, reconciling, tracking, reviewing, or approving actions on their designated accounts and/or assigned duties; and providing strategic input.

Essential Duties

• Exhibits mastery in executing, reviewing, and auditing complex accounting and financial transactions
• Assists in setting strategic and programmatic financial and budget goals
• Assists in performing Annual Financial Report (AFR) tasks
• Develops and prepares financial presentations, reports, financial models, and projections
• Assists with establishing, analyzing, and reviewing rates for compliance
• Provides reports and executive-level communication and customer service to VP’s, Deans, Department Heads, and other senior staff
• Initiates process improvements to enhance efficiencies and workflows
• Assists in preparing annual budget allocations to departments, position budgeting tasks, commitment tracking, and departmental budget requests

Job Title

FBS Administrator III

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Finance - Bush School

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the Job

The Finance & Business Services Accountant / Analyst / Administrator III is responsible for providing accounting or business support to a designated unit, department, college, or other System member; supporting FBS leadership and serving as a resource within their unit for other staff members; auditing, reporting, reconciling, tracking, reviewing, or approving actions on their designated accounts and/or assigned duties; and providing strategic input.

Essential Duties

Accounting / Business Support

• Exhibits mastery in executing, reviewing, and auditing complex accounting and financial transactions
• Assists in setting strategic and programmatic financial and budget goals
• Assists in performing Annual Financial Report (AFR) tasks
• Develops and prepares financial presentations, reports, financial models, and projections
• Assists with establishing, analyzing, and reviewing rates for compliance
• Provides reports and executive-level communication and customer service to VP’s, Deans, Department Heads, and other senior staff
• Initiates process improvements to enhance efficiencies and workflows
• Assists in preparing annual budget allocations to departments, position budgeting tasks, commitment tracking, and departmental budget requests

Office / Project Support

• Tracks internal projects, audits, business records, and records management
• Coordinates access requests
• Oversees or leads a function or serves as a subject matter expert in one or more areas
• Research policies, practices, and/or trouble transactions for solutions
• Prepares and maintains standard operating procedures and internal resource documents
• May research project coordination with Sponsored Research Services and other campus groups
• May review and revise job aides as needed
• May supervise student workers
• May mentor or train subordinate staff members

Department Use

• Overseeing DC-specific purchasing, vendor invoicing, and local contract routing
• Managing on-site event budgeting, reconciliation, and facilities-related fiscal tracking
• Serving as the primary day-to-day liaison between DC operational staff and main campus FBS leadership

What You Need To Know

Salary: $83,788.52-$92,167.38 based on applicants qualifications

Other Factors: This position is located in Washington DC

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Four years of related experience

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
• Knowledge of financial management system and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently once given a project
• Ability to apply rules and regulations in a complex environment
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with othersAbility to communicate clearly and effectively to ensure understanding

Other Requirements And Factors

• This position is security sensitive
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.