Texas State University · 20 hours ago
Accountant II
Texas State University is seeking an Accountant II to manage financial transactions, including recording, auditing, reconciling, and reporting, as well as forecasting expenditures and revenues across various accounts. The role involves preparing complex billing adjustments, performing professional accounting work, and developing financial reports and statements.
EducationHigher EducationTraining
Responsibilities
Prepare complex billing adjustment entries and complex reconciliations for various sponsors. Responsible for activity and reconciliations related to Accounts Receivables; draw downs to Federal Sponsors
Perform complex professional accounting work involving the application of a comprehensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices to the resolution of a wide variety of accounting problems
Perform complex financial review and other fiscal procedures, reviews account structures &/or reports, and automated accounting systems. Analyze existing policies and procedures and make recommendations for changes and/or solutions
Research and prepare information to aid sponsored projects accountant in preparing support documentation for financial reports as needed
Provide technical assistance to resolve complex accounting problems for the Office of Sponsored Projects staff and others
Develops complex, non-standard financial reports and statements requiring interpretation and difficult analysis
Assist internal, state and federal auditors as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Strong mathematical, analytical, and written communication skills
Bachelor's degree or 4 years' equivalent work experience
Knowledge of financial operations, laws, terminology and financial functional areas
Strong computer skills including the use of a variety of commercial software solutions, including databases, spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail, and other specialized software
Ability to design, analyze, and prepare financial reports
Ability to prepare moderate to complex invoices including the associated journal entries
Skill in researching accounting and or financial questions and assisting end users
Preferred
Experience in financial modules of an ERP software system
Experience in administration of post-award grants/contracts functions
State of Texas experience in a major accounting or finance functional area
State of Texas experience in a public institution of higher education
Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting or finance
Research administration in an institution of higher education
Knowledge of federal regulations related to sponsored programs at local, state, and federal levels
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks.
Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.
Company
Texas State University
Texas State University is the fourth-largest university in the state of Texas and has 10 colleges and 50 schools and departments.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.54MKey Investors
U.S. Department of AgricultureNational Cemetery AdministrationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2024-12-10Grant· $0.16M
2024-06-17Grant· $0.34M
2023-06-21Grant· $5M
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