FBS Administrator III

Texas A&M University -The Bush School of Government and Public Service- Washington, D.C.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 84,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University -The Bush School of Government and Public Service- Washington, D.C. invites applications for the Finance & Business Services Accountant / Analyst / Administrator III.

The role supports designated units with accounting, budgeting, reporting, and process improvements, interfacing with VPs, Deans, and department heads in Washington, DC. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance and four years of related experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of financial management system and GAAP.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Written communication

Independent work

Multitasking

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

4 years related experience

Job description

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.

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

Cover Letter/Resume:

A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials. These can be uploaded on the application under CV/Resume.

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 others
• Ability 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.