University of Florida · 19 hours ago
Accountant II (Enrollment Management Finance)
Gainesville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $65K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Florida is looking for an Accountant II to provide specialized accounting, financial oversight, and budget coordination within the Division of Enrollment Management. In this role, you will support federal, state, and institutional financial aid fund management, administer accounting processes, and assist with budget planning for multiple units across the Division.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Coordinate the tracking of financial aid funds from federal, state, and institutional aid programs administered by Student Financial Aid & Scholarships
Ensure adequate cash management practices and monitor funding to prevent over or under-utilization
Ensure compliance with program matching requirements and other mandates
Complete federal, state, and institutional reporting requirements
Administer accounting systems for the division and develop new procedures or revise existing ones to maintain department accounting records
Formulate policies related to internal auditing and maintaining general and subsidiary ledgers
Coordinate reconciliation activities and review, analyze, and reconcile financial records, including state and cash-based funds, monthly
Review expenditures, balances, and transactional detail, and complete routine and ad-hoc reports as needed
Monitor and review all processes with the Finance team and initiate modifications as appropriate
Maintain financial records for departments in the division, providing periodic reports and advising on budgetary needs
Assist with researching, forecasting, entering, and justifying operating budget requests
Assist with managing budget functions, including uploading budget information in university systems, ensuring accounts are balanced, and advising unit management on fund status
Provide data and analyses on budget issues as needed
Cross-train in all functional areas managed and supported by the Finance team
Assist or provide coverage for team members during high volume or absence periods
Maintain effective business relationships with division, college, and university core offices
Act as a liaison with Contracts & Grants and General Accounting
Attend college and university meetings to ensure compliance with rules and regulations
Recommend policies regarding accounting functions and stay abreast of regulatory, compliance, and process changes
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience
Preferred
Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of federal and state laws and university regulations pertaining to accounting and fiscal management
Ability to prepare, present, coordinate, and monitor all federal, state, and university funding received by the Division
Ability to design and implement accounting systems as well as analyze and interpret data
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Demonstrated expertise relevant to the use of computers and appropriate software
Knowledge of fiscal accounting functions and processes
Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and work with minimal supervision
Must be able to handle the pressures of a high-volume, multi-faceted job assignment where excellent customer service, attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness are critical
Benefits
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
State Retirement Plans
Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)
Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Company
University of Florida
University of Florida is a public land-grant research university in Gainesville, Florida.
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