University of Florida · 5 days ago
Accountant III
Gainesville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $75K/yr
4+ years expUniversity of Florida is seeking an Accountant III to join their General Accounting and Financial Reporting department. The role involves ensuring the integrity of the general ledger, assisting with maintenance, and providing guidance to end users while delivering high-quality customer service.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Ensuring the integrity of the University of Florida’s general ledger (GL)
Assisting with the maintenance of the University’s general ledger
Monitoring GL journals
Providing guidance to end users
Acting as a subject matter expert for system functionality and financial information reports
Working frequently with CFO Division and financial users across the University to deliver high-quality customer service
Reviewing current processes for efficiency and effectiveness
Exploring innovative solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area
Four years of relevant experience
Preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Outlook, and Word
Extensive knowledge/understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
Ability to analyze and solve problems, interpret, and recommend solutions or changes
Excellent customer service skills, including strong written and verbal communications skills
Ability to work effectively in both team and individual settings
Experience with fiscal operations, using PeopleSoft and/or managing general ledgers, at the University of Florida
Ability to work and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to understand, interpret and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally
Ability to complete work according to scheduled deadlines
Ability to work with limited supervision
Ability to utilize problem solving techniques
Ability to work independently
Company
University of Florida
University of Florida is a public land-grant research university in Gainesville, Florida.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$6.83MKey Investors
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2025-06-02Grant
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Leadership Team
Sri Kalyanaraman
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Chris Cowen
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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