Accountant II

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CANDIDATES MUST CLEARLY INDICATE HOW THEY MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPREHENSIVE AND COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING WORK HISTORY. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION OF CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.

Some evening and weekend hours are necessary, with peak amounts of overtime during September and October for preparation of the annual financial report and fiscal year-end close-out.

Candidates should be prepared to bring a certified academic transcript if called for an interview.

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number 2023392

Posting/Functional Title Accountant II University Pay Plan Title Accountant II Location San Marcos Department Accounting Office Recruitment Type Open to All Job Type Full-Time Monthly Salary $3,750.00 - $3,951.59 Job Category Exempt Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

A minimum of 18 semester hours in accounting from an accredited college or university, plus experience with financial accounting, reporting, and analysis OR 18 hours or more of accounting coursework with qualifying experience as described above, experience may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis

Knowledge of professional standards, financial reporting, and accounting theory

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize competing projects

High level of problem-solving ability

Ability to consistently meet deadlines

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to work effectively and independently with all levels of staff and management

Extensive experience with and proficiency in Excel

Demonstrated knowledge of automated accounting systems

Ability to extract and work with large data sets

Reconciliation preparation experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with governmental accounting

Experience with the preparation of financial statements or supporting schedules

Familiarity with NACUBO financial accounting and reporting guidelines

Experience processing transactions and reports in the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS)

Experience with an ERP system (SAP, Banner, Peoplesoft)

One year of experience with financial accounting, reporting, and analysis

Job Description

The Accountant II serves as an interface accountant between the university's integrated general ledger accounting system and the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS). This position will coordinate activity between the systems to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and other authoritative guidance as it applies to governmental accounting and state appropriations. Monitors and reconciles USAS appropriations to ensure data integrity and complete financial reporting. Prepares periodic financial statements, moderately complex account reconciliations, journal entries and various ad-hoc reports and on-demand analysis. Prepares schedules and completes entries for the Annual Financial Report and State Pass-Through Coordination. Evening and weekend hours are necessary during month, fiscal and calendar year-end close-out.

Job Duties

Reconcile monthly appropriation activity and balances between the two systems

Identify required adjustments, prepare, and submit journal entries both in the integrated accounting system and USAS

Ensure payments and reimbursement requests are processed promptly and correctly in compliance with state statutes and expenditure code assignments

Review and analyze general ledger accounts for integrity as well as compliance with applicable principles, standards, guidelines, policies, and procedures

Assist with the completion of the Annual Financial Report (AFR)

Prepare spreadsheets and graphs to facilitate interpretation of data

Ensures business process documentation is maintained

Work as a team member to facilitate cross-training and perform duties necessary to the effective operation of the department

Other duties as assigned

Additional Information to Applicants

CANDIDATES MUST CLEARLY INDICATE HOW THEY MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. THE ONLINE APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPREHENSIVE AND COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING WORK HISTORY. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION OF CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.

Some evening and weekend hours are necessary, with peak amounts of overtime during September and October for preparation of the annual financial report and fiscal year-end close-out.

Candidates should be prepared to bring a certified academic transcript if called for an interview.

Job Open Date 02/28/2023 Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) Open Until Filled Yes Normal Work Days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Normal Work Hours Start 8:00AM Normal Work Hours End 5:00PM Posting Notices You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application. Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents! • Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more! • Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program • Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs. • An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus • Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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