Accountant I

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To perform accounting and related assignments involving the recording, analysis, and reporting of financial data. Responsible for accomplishing accounting assignments involving the application of accounting knowledge and abilities. Supports departmental purchasing and procurement operations, including processing payment vouchers and associated documentation. Audits and processes purchase orders, cash receipts, and disbursement documents in accordance with disbursing rules and regulations. Reviews central accounts and fund groups for propriety of entries and investigates overdrafts. Performs related duties as required. May prepare or assist in the preparation of various financial reports including monthly summary reports, government reports and the annual financial report. May prepare or assist with billings to government on federal projects.

• Follow established guidelines, standards and priorities, ensuring accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchasing, reconciliations, and files are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with university policies and procedures. Provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers. Research and resolve complex issues relative to area of responsibility .

• In collaboration with the Senior Departmental Buyer, review and approve internally generated electronic documents related to purchasing, verifying propriety and accuracy of account numbers, *DEFINE codes, and fiscal years. Review, code, and post transactions generated by other departments. Investigate activity without supporting documentation.

• Actively mentor student employees in the NACE competencies to prepare them for post-collegiate life. Participate in departmental student development activities.

• Under the direction of the Senior Departmental Buyer, serve as liaison with University personnel relative to accounting and purchasing issues of the department. Correspond with vendors, other University departments, employees, and participants as needed.

• Provide specialized purchasing and accounting support for department areas as needed, including Sport Clubs financial processes, systems, and documentation .

• Ensure that area budgets are reconciled monthly, job manuals are effective and reflect current systems, and filing systems are current, accurate and efficient.

• Serve as contributing member of Business Services staff and work with others in the division to coordinate various accounting and cashiering functions. Occasionally serve as a backup for other positions within Business Services. Perform other tasks as assigned.

A high school diploma or GED, with at least three years of experience in accounting, finance, procurement, or business operations, including accounts payable, receivable, purchasing, and reconciliations. A Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least two years of relevant experience is also acceptable. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and a strong understanding of the uses and capabilities of data processing equipment are essential. Strong communication skills, the ability to resolve complex issues, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service are also required.

**Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

A Bachelors or Masters degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred. The ideal candidate will have experience in a university or higher education environment, particularly in managing accounting functions and staff. Advanced knowledge of university-specific systems, such as Workday, Point Plus, and DEFINE (Mainframe) system, is highly desirable. Additionally, experience working with and/or mentoring student employees is preferred. A demonstrated ability to monitor productivity, improve efficiencies, and document process changes is advantageous.

$50,000

Adhere to departmental performance standards. Regular and punctual attendance in the workplace is required, and work overtime hours when necessary. Comply with departmental and university policies, procedures, and initiatives, as well as all other university and system rules and regulations. This position is a Campus Security Authority pursuant to the Clery Act and University policy, and a Responsible Employee pursuant to Title IX, SB212, and University policy. It is a security-sensitive position and classified as exempt.

The position requires manual dexterity, lifting, and moving objects, as well as the ability to work in environments with alarms, large crowds, dust, noise, including construction noise. The work area may occasionally be windowless, and there may be brief exposure to chemical fumes. The position also requires frequent use of a keyboard, repetitive hand movements, climbing stairs, and other manual tasks as part of daily duties. The role involves occasional exposure to varying weather conditions.

This position requires the ability to work effectively under pressure, both independently and as part of a team, often managing overlapping projects. The role involves working independently with minimal direction while interacting with a large number of people in a shared office space. The incumbent must maintain cooperative relationships with staff and participants, communicate clearly in both written and verbal formats, and have direct contact with customers. Flexibility, accuracy, creative thinking, and initiative are key to success in this role. The position also calls for the ability to follow supervision, adhere to university and divisional policies, organize time and documents efficiently, multitask, and operate within a complex, fast-paced organizational structure. Additionally, the role involves maintaining professional office attire, making independent decisions, safeguarding confidentiality, demonstrating professionalism, delegating tasks, providing leadership, and supervising others.

Work is in-person on the main campus in Gregory Gym. Hours are Monday - Friday, from 8 AM - 5 PM.

* Resume /CV

* 3 Work references; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

* Letter of interest

*Please note, if you do not include all of the required materials listed above, your application will not be considered and will not advance to the hiring committee for review.

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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]

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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.