Accountant I
University of Texas at Arlington
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Arlington, Texas
Salary:
$50,000
per year
Contract type: Full time
Position Information
Posting Number
S06237P
Position Title Accountant I
Department Physics
Location Arlington
Job Family Finance/Accounting
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $50,000
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
Job Summary The Accountant I will provide accounting support involving key organizational processes such as statement reconciliation, report analysis, fund transfers, and monitoring of cost centers and projects
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Other Requirements Use of a personal computer and standard office equipment. Proficiency in all phases of work performed. Usual office environment. Specific job requirements or physical location of positions allocated to this classification render the position security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215 Texas Education Code
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. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy
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, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact
ADA Accommodations The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected]
Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled Yes
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major
Position Title Accountant I
Department Physics
Location Arlington
Job Family Finance/Accounting
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
- Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $50,000
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
Job Summary The Accountant I will provide accounting support involving key organizational processes such as statement reconciliation, report analysis, fund transfers, and monitoring of cost centers and projects
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manages reconciliation of statements for cost centers and projects. Follow-ups and resolves any discrepancies.
- Prepares and analyzes financial and HR reports to facilitate in decision-making for the department. Meets with departmental staff.
- Monitors costs centers and projects within the department and ensures errors are fixed in a timely manner.
- Processes transfers, deposits, and provides backup for travel authorizations, expense reports, requisitions, purchase orders, and vouchers, and ProCard reconciliation.
- Serves as a liaison between the college and other departments within the university regarding financial, budgetary, or administrative processes.
- Suggest and assist in developing new accounting procedures and methods to enhance financial processes.
- Performs other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent work experience in accounting.
- Above to above average knowledge of Excel.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of accounting related experience.
- Bookkeeping and budgeting experience.
- Knowledge of grant accounting.
- Knowledge of projects.
- Experience in higher education institutions.
- Experience with UT Share and PeopleSoft.
- Knowledge of UT System policies and procedures.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient in technology, with demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong attention to detail, with effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Skilled in researching and compiling informational, financial, and statistical data.
- Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of the office.
- Demonstrates initiative and exercises independent judgment.
- Committed to maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
Other Requirements Use of a personal computer and standard office equipment. Proficiency in all phases of work performed. Usual office environment. Specific job requirements or physical location of positions allocated to this classification render the position security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215 Texas Education Code
Working Conditions
- Standard office conditions.
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
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. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy
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, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact
ADA Accommodations The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected]
Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled Yes
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest degree you have attained in accounting, finance, or a related field?
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
- None of the above
- * What is your skill level with Microsoft Excel?
- No Skills/Basic
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Proficient
- * How many years of experience do you have in accounting and/or bookkeeping?
- None/less than 1 years
- 1 to 2 years
- 2 to 3 years
- 3 to 4 years
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
- Transcripts
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