Accountant I (Temp)
Job ID: 12702
Location: El Paso, TX
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: $RegTemp
About UTEP
About the University of Texas at El Paso
UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
The University of Texas at El Paso is America's leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 24,000 students are Hispanic, and more than half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 172 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
About VP Business Affairs
The Division of Business Affairs oversees many elements of doing business at UTEP, including human resources, the budget office, and accounting and financial services. In addition, the VPBA Office manages business contracts and agreements, institutional memberships, the University's risk management/insurance program, and the open records process. Our goal is to support the University's teaching, research and public service mission by providing superior services to the campus community.
The Office of Special Events
The Office of Special Events is dedicated to providing quality entertainment for UTEP and the El Paso/Juarez/Las Cruces communities.
Position Information
Hiring Department: The Office of Special Events
Posting End Date: Open until filled.
Hours:40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: $35,568 annually.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of three references
Note: This position is Grant Funded and subject to availability of funds.
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents' performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents' immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.
Purpose of Position
Summary:Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information, prepare adjusting entries, reconciliation's, and financial reports.
Note:This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the State where the applicant resides and must be insurable as defined in the UT System UTS 157, as applicable to the performance of essential duties and responsibilities of the position.
Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts in the University's general ledger.
Allocates expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, receivables, etc. based on reports and schedules.
Performs statistical analyses to determine trends, estimates, and the impact of significant changes to accounting policy. Prepares narrative reports that explain findings and recommendations.
Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital. Prepares reports that summarize and interpret current and projected financial position for management.
Audits contracts, orders, and vouchers and prepares reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement.
Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries documents and reports.
Determines proper handling of financial transactions.
Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and University policy and procedures.
Assists periodically in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report, Operating Budget, and Legislative Appropriation Request.
Assists with various special projects as needed.
Knowledge of all Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.
Complies with all State and University policies.
Manage invoicing and financial reporting for all activities and events.
Ensure accurate tracking of financial activity, including reconciliation and conciliation of accounts.
Perform forecasts, projections, and budgeting.
Maintain checks and balances to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
Stay organized and detail-oriented to support financial transparency across departments.
Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum Education required:Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance preferred, but open to Business Administration degree with 15 credit hours in accounting from four-year College or university.
Minimum Experience required: No prior experience required.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with PeopleSoft. Experience with purchasing management systems.
Other Requirements: Proficient in Excel, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables.
Additional Information
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to an open, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or sexual orientation and gender in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee's or prospective employee's right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
To apply, visit https://zahr-prd-candidate-ada.utshare.utsystem.edu/psp/ZAHRPRDADA/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=2&JobOpeningId=12702&PostingSeq=1
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