Staff Accountant: Grants, Budgets & Monthly Close

University of Tennessee; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Tennessee Health Sciences in Memphis, TN is seeking a Junior Accountant to perform foundational accounting tasks under supervision. The role handles financial transactions, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting to support campus operations and research missions.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least 1 year of professional accounting experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 1 year of professional accounting or financial analysis experience; or 5 years combined education/experience.
• Experience in higher education or public sector is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions and journal entries.
• Reconcile accounts and support month-end close.
• Prepare cost and budget performance reports for management.
• Review procurement card transactions and verify supporting documentation.
• Assist with grant and research fund accounting as needed.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Excel data functions

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to learn quickly

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting / Finance / Business Admin

Tools

Excel

Oracle

Oracle Cloud

Job description

University of Tennessee Health Sciences in Memphis, TN is seeking a Junior Accountant to perform foundational accounting tasks under supervision. The role handles financial transactions, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting to support campus operations and research missions.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and at least 1 year of professional accounting experience.