FBS Analyst II

Texas A&M University; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University is seeking an FBS Analyst II to provide accounting and business support for a designated unit. The role involves auditing, reconciling, reporting, and coordinating with departments to manage budgets and financial entries, while maintaining compliance with GAAP.

The position emphasizes independent work, process improvement, and mentoring junior staff within the UAS University Accounting Services team, located in College Station, Texas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two years of related experience in accounting or financial roles.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Proficient in Word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting or business support to designated unit within the university.
• Audit, reconcile, report, and track financial activities for assigned accounts.
• Assist in external reporting and budget allocations for departments.
• Prepare standard operating procedures and internal resource documents.
• Mentor or train staff and student workers as needed.

Skills

GAAP

Communication

Accounting concepts

Multitask

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance

2 years related experience

Tools

Excel

Database tools

Job description

Job TitleFBS Analyst II Agency Texas A&M University Department UAS University Accounting Services Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the Job The Finance & Business Services Analyst II, under minimal supervision, is responsible for providing accounting or business support to a designated unit, department, college, or other System member; 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 managing projects, reports, or functions with routine processes.

Essential Duties and Tasks

Accounting / Business Support Exhibits high-level competencies in preparing, reviewing, and auditing financial system entries Reconciles accounts and identifies corrections needed Identifies and resolves outstanding items and implements solutions/communicates actions Assists with external reporting functions Provides oversight, reviews, and audits account payables/receivables, expense allocations, requisitions, purchase orders, billing, and collections 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 review and revise job aides as needed May supervise student workers May mentor or train subordinate staff members Department Specific Reconciliation/verification of over 80 university general ledger student clearing accounts Regulatory, inter-agency and correcting accounting entries and equity/wire transfers Scheduling and preparation of annual reports and supporting documentation Serving as a resource to departments and other accountants concerning the effect of their entries, how to develop/use reports from the student system, providing research, and information on how their proposed software changes will impact the student system data and general ledger feeds

What You Need to Know

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Required Education and Experience

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

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. External Applicants - Applicants not currently employed by a Texas A&M System member may Search Postings and apply for positions within one or more A&M System members by selecting the job posting. Internal Applicants - This site lists job postings throughout The Texas A&M University System. It is intended for applicants not currently employed by a member of the system. Current employees should apply for jobs on the Internal Career site. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.