The University of Texas at El Paso · 22 hours ago
Accountant II - Travel and Disbursement Services
El Paso, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$36K/yr - $36K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. The Accountant II role involves applying accounting principles to analyze financial information, prepare financial reports, and assist in the development of accounting systems.
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Responsibilities
Performs Accountant I duties such as compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts in the University’s general ledger; allocates expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, receivables, etc. based on reports and schedules; performs statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and the impact of significant changes to accounting policy
Prepares narrative reports that explain findings and recommendations; analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital
Prepares reports that summarize and interpret current and projected financial position for management; audits contracts, orders, and vouchers and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement; reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries documents and reports; determines proper handling of financial transactions; monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and University policy and procedures
Assists in the development, implementation, and monitoring of accounting systems and accounting controls
Conducts studies and submits recommendations for improving the University’s accounting operation
Collects appropriate data and prepares federal, state, and local reports and tax returns
Prepares statements and reports of estimated future costs and revenues
Assists in the collection of and preparation of external audit materials and financial reporting
Participates actively in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report, Operating Budget, and Legislative Appropriation Request
Interprets and applies policies and procedures for university business transactions and reviews the supporting documentation to determine if payments can be approved or advises departments if corrections are needed
Compiles, reviews and analyzes PO voucher-related data to prepare reports and inform leadership on activity and trends on the operation
Serves as a subject matter expert and liaison with other UTEP departments and UT System to address any PO related issues
Runs pay cycles to process payments to vendors and reimbursements to employees and students
Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports
Responds to email correspondence and addresses Service Now tickets with PO payment-related questions and other general inquiries from internal and external stakeholders
Participates in professional conferences and serves on committees as a liaison for Disbursement & Travel Services
Helps develop PO payment related training material and resources to educate new and current employees on payment policies and procedures through campus-wide and one-on-one sessions
Assists with various special projects as needed
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems
Complies with all State and University policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, or a related discipline
Two years of relevant experience; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions
Benefits
Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
Retirement Programs
Longevity Pay
Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Employee Discounts & Perks
Employee Education Assistance program
And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.
Company
The University of Texas at El Paso
The University of Texas at El Paso.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$2.8MKey Investors
Google.orgNational Cancer InstituteU.S. Department of Education
2024-06-04Grant· $1M
2023-04-06Grant· $1M
2022-09-13Grant· $0.55M
Leadership Team
Guadalupe V.
Senior Assoc. Vice President for Business Affairs/Deputy Chief Financial Officer, CGFM
Mark McGurk
CFO/Vice President for Business Affairs, CPA, CGFM
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