Accountant lll
2 months ago
Salary
Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System.
Job Summary
Provide valuable financial support services to the University community. This includes performing accounting duties related to accounting and reporting for grant accounting, grant award set-ups, budget transfers, corrections, monthly reconciliations, accounts receivable, and corresponding with outside granting agencies.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Monitor accounts receivable balance and grant award set-ups including budgets.
Request cash drawdowns and complete monthly reconciliations for grants and contracts.
Grant management including corrections, transfers, invoicing, financial reports, and award closeout.
Correspond with outside granting agencies and University Grants and Contracts department to verify billing details.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with four (4) years of experience in governmental or commercial accounting.
One to four (1-4) years of experience in grants or contracts.
Preferred Qualifications
Team oriented with excellent interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials.
Experience in Higher Education.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement: It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
Number of Vacancies
1
Minimum Number of References Required
3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* What is the highest form of education you have attained? (Please specify in your resume)
High School Diploma
Associate's degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
* How many years of experience do you have in grants or contracts? (Open Ended Question)
* How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
None/less than 1 year
2 to 3 years
4 to 5 years
6 years or more
* What is your skill level using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)?
No skills/Basic
Intermediate
Advanced
Proficient
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
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