Project Accountant - Campus Facilities

University of Missouri System; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational fee discounts

University benefits including medical,

Job summary

The University of Missouri System is seeking an Accountant II to support Campus Facilities Project Accounting, handling financial management for multiple construction projects. The role involves high-volume project analysis, reporting, and ensuring accuracy across budgets and ledgers.

Responsibilities include reconciling expenses, approving contracts, processing payments, and delivering timely financial updates to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in related accounting roles.
• Experience with accrual-based accounting, journal entries, and ledger management.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Missouri driver''s license or a valid out-of-state driver''s license with understanding a Missouri driver''s license must be obtained within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a high volume of unique construction projects in a fast-paced environment, including analyzing complex data and preparing detailed reports.
• Reconcile expenses, budgets, and contingencies across projects with varying construction costs.
• Ensure financial data accuracy and completeness in compliance with audit standards.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and clients to confirm funding is properly approved and allocated.
• Prepare timely accounting entries to transfer funds and correct fiscal discrepancies.
• Review and approve consultant agreements and contracts.
• Process contractor and consultant payments by reconciling prior payments, collecting necessary documentation, and securing required approvals.
• Coordinate with vendors and clients to resolve payment issues.
• Partner with Project and Construction Managers to address challenges throughout all phases of construction.
• Provide budget updates, projections, and financial reports to Deans, Directors, Project Managers, Department Heads, and other stakeholders using system-generated or ad hoc reports.
• Train new team members and support colleagues by sharing system knowledge and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong team player

Proactive planner

Time management

Meets deadlines

Accrual-based accounting

Journal entries

Ledger management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

The University of Missouri System is seeking an Accountant II to support Campus Facilities Project Accounting, handling financial management for multiple construction projects. The role involves high-volume project analysis, reporting, and ensuring accuracy across budgets and ledgers.

Responsibilities include reconciling expenses, approving contracts, processing payments, and delivering timely financial updates to stakeholders.