Financial Accountant II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Wellness program

Job summary

Texas A&M Agrilife Research in College Station, Texas, is seeking a Financial Accountant II to perform audits of accounts payable and daily payment processing. The role supports multiple AgriLife units including Extension and TVMDL, ensuring compliance with state procedures and TAMUS rules.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and experience with AggieBuy and Concur, strong communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with departments and vendors to resolve discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience plus an additional two (2) years of related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or closely related field with two (2) years of accounting experience in a fiscal office.
• Experience with AggieBuy (web-based e-Commerce system) and Concur (e-Travel and payment card system).
• Expenditure (accounts payable and travel) audit experience with TAMUS member.

Responsibilities

• Audits accounts payable documents for payment using Aggie Buy and FAMIS for Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and TVMDL.
• Responsible for daily check production/distribution.
• Provides customer support to department business offices. Answers inquiries from departments/units concerning purchasing guidelines and regulations. Contact vendors to assist departments/units in rectifying any vendor discrepancies. Report status of payments to departments/units or clients as needed.
• Audit/Review Oversight system for potential audit issues. Audit/review is compared with data in AggieBuy, Emburse and FAMIS. Coordinate with departments and Disbursements to clear or resolve any problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Two (2) years of related experience

Tools

AggieBuy

Concur

FAMIS

USAS

Job description

Job Title

Financial Accountant II

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Administrative Services Staff

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Position Information

Responsibilities:

• Audits accounts payable documents for payment using Aggie Buy and FAMIS for Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and TVMDL. Documents and transactions are audited to ensure compliance with AgriLife, TAMUS, State and Federal procedures and purchasing rules and regulations.
• Responsible for daily check production/distribution.
• Provides customer support to department business offices. Answers inquiries from departments/units concerning purchasing guidelines and regulations. Contact vendors to assist departments/units in rectifying any vendor discrepancies. Report status of payments to departments/units or clients as needed.
• Audit/Review Oversight system for potential audit issues. Audit/review is compared with data in AggieBuy, Emburse and FAMIS. Coordinate with departments and Disbursements to clear or resolve any problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Assists all Disbursements staff in other duties as needed.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience plus an additional two (2) years of related experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration or closely related field. Two (2) years of accounting experience in a fiscal office. Experience with AggieBuy (web-based e-Commerce system) and Concur (e-Travel and payment card system). Expenditure (accounts payable and travel) audit experience with TAMUS member.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication, customer service and problem-solving skills. Ability to comprehend and apply rules and regulations. Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs. Ability to use standard office equipment and computers. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge of Aggie Buy, Concur, FAMIS and USAS. Familiarity with Texas A&M AgriLife. Knowledge of disbursements department policies, procedures and practices. Knowledge of existing Texas State purchasing and travel rules and regulations.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.