Temporary Accounting Technician - College of Liberal Arts - (UTEMPS)

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Temporary Accounting Technician to support the Centralized Business Services team in the College of Liberal Arts. The role focuses on processing vouchers, reimbursements, and travel documents for faculty with strong attention to detail and customer service.

The position is on the UT Main Campus, 40 hours per week, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with an end date of November 30, 2026. Immediate start available for qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with at least 3 years of clerical experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service in a busy environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask with interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Communicate via email with staff and faculty regarding vouchers and CBS processes; create vouchers for payments, reimbursements, scholarships and travel documents.
• Maintain payment processing workflow, log payments, and update client records; process cash advance requests and reconciliations.

Skills

Clerical experience

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Posting Title

Temporary Accounting Technician - College of Liberal Arts - (UTEMPS)

Hiring Department

UTemp Pool

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Immediately

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until Nov 30, 2026

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes

Temporary assignments may be filled at any time; only competitive applicants selected will be contacted and provided with instructions on the continued application process. Please no phone calls or emails. The projected end date for this temporary assignment is November 30, 2026.

Purpose

Provide key administrative support as part of the Centralized Business Services (CBS) team in the College of Liberal Arts Deans Office. This position requires the use of initiative and judgment, as well as strong customer service skills and time management. This position serves as a member of a team of administrative professionals supporting a wide range of academic and administrative departments, along with centers and institutes across the College.

Responsibilities

• Communicate regularly via email with department unit staff and faculty regarding vouchers and CBS processes/knowledge. Create vouchers for payments, reimbursements, scholarships, and travel documents for faculty while adhering to college policies and procedures and with high level attention to detail.
• Maintain payment processing electronic workflow, log daily payments/purchasing and reimbursement requests, and update client records in UT BOX. Process cash advance requests and reconciliations. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or GED. Three years of clerical experience. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service and previous experience in a customer-oriented environment. Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to multitask in an environment with frequent interruptions. Self-starter and self-reliant ability and willingness to work independently and as a team.

Preferred Qualifications

More than the required years of experience with clerical functions. Working knowledge of university components and Graduate School policies. Experience providing reception services in a professional setting and/or experience with clerical functions associated with sensitive and confidential information. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Familiarity with UT policy and procedures.

Hourly Rate

$23.00

Working Conditions

• Attire: Business Casual.
• Standard Office Environment, Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation.

Work Shift

• Hours per week - 40
• The work hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Standard 8 work hours/day, between 8AM-5PM with a 30 min-1 hour lunch.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.