Grants & Restricted Funds Accountant

New Mexico Highlands University; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Highlands University is seeking an Accounting Specialist with a Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping. The role involves performing basic accounting functions such as fund maintenance and fiscal control.

Responsibilities include invoicing for State, Federal, and Private agencies, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and assisting with audits. Familiarity with grant management software is preferred. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.
• Three years of professional accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Familiarity with modern accounting applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic accounting functions including ledger maintenance.
• Process invoices and correct errors with interdepartmental collaboration.
• Assist with audits and financial reporting.

Skills

Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Ability to analyze budgetary expenditures

Effective communication skills

Experience with accounting applications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field

15 semester credit hours in accounting

Tools

Ellucian

Emburse

Paycom

Job description

New Mexico Highlands University is seeking an Accounting Specialist with a Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in accounting or bookkeeping. The role involves performing basic accounting functions such as fund maintenance and fiscal control.

Responsibilities include invoicing for State, Federal, and Private agencies, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and assisting with audits. Familiarity with grant management software is preferred. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative work environment.