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Posting Title Budget Officer Department UNT-Union Admin-163110 Job Location Denton Full Time/Part Time Full-Time Retirement Eligibility TRS Eligible Additional Retirement Information
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Salary Information $50,837, Commensurate with Education and Experience Department Summary
University Centers and Events (UCE) encompasses the University Union, Gateway Center and Coliseum. University Centers and Events (UCE), provides quality programs, services, and facilities that enhance the educational experience and create a community for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. We assist students to become good citizens of a global community, prepared to function in a diverse world.
Position Overview
To perform routine to complex clerical and accounting functions. Responsible for: Union and other designated departments billing/accounts receivable; various reconciliations; payroll and hourly HR functions. Serve as back-up Accounting Specialist. Other office duties as assigned.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree with coursework in accounting, finance, business or related field and two years of progressively responsible financial administration or budget management experience or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred Qualifications Required License / Registration / Certification Work Schedule
Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a security sensitive position. EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title Budget Officer Physical Requirements Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Crawling, Driving, Kneeling, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Lifting up to 25 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
Job Duties
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Accounts Receivable/Billing: a. Perform maintenance, auditing, billing, refunds and customer service for UCE Events and Conferences held; b. Generate journal entries to transfer revenues/expenses for all interdepartmental (IDT) events and to transfer revenues from cash events to clearing accounts; clearing accounts; c. Provide assistance in answering questions and resolving problems related to billing; d. Prepare refund request forms, when required. Refunds are processed within 3 days of receipt of required documentation. e. Maintain and journal Departmental IDO's, including Security, Parking, PO Boxes and miscellaneous. Also includes Ticket Sales. f. Receive & process monthly billing for interdepartmental revenues (i.e. Design Works, Marketing, etc.). Maintain Accounts Receivable Records:
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Maintain Accounts Receivable Records: a. Prepare and maintain log of all checks and credit cards received through Union Business Office for all functions and events; b. Accounts receivables information is kept current. Follow-up is performed on past-due accounts to ensure payment is collected; c. Director is promptly notified of any discrepancies, return checks, and past-due balances over 30 days. Ticket Sales:
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Ticket Sales: a. Assist with working ticketed events through cash sales and/or event entry; b. Upon completion of the event, transfer money for interdepartmental or complete check request for external customers. Goal Setting:
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Goal Setting: a. Long and short-term goals and objectives are established, reviewed annually and submitted by specified deadlines to Director; b. Projects, reports and recommendations are researched carefully, well thought out and supported with documentation. Projects are completed by deadline as necessary; deadline as necessary; c. Organizational plans are developed and operation of area is centered on achievement of those goals/objectives. d. Maintains flexibility in order to meet changing needs of position.
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Customer Service: a. Interacts appropriately, actively, and courteously with faculty, staff, students, and patrons; b. Handles conflict effectively and judiciously; c. Establishes open communication, maintained verbally or through positive body language. Operating Cash and Credit Card Funds:
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Operating Cash and Credit Card Funds: a. Processed deposits are verified for account number accuracy and amounts. Errors are noted and corrected within 3 business days. b. Responsible for transactions of F/T and P/T employees being in compliance with UNT policy; c. Responsible for updating any policy changes to the proper area/employees; d. Complete monthly reconciliation for Pcard reporting. e. Audit CC journal revenues to correct account(s). Maintain PCI Compliance. Purchase Orders; requisitions:
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Purchase Orders; requisitions: 1. authorization, attaching all documentation, tracking receipt of items, and processing approval for payment. Process changes/additions/deletions in a timely manner. Disencumber unused amounts. in a timely manner. Disencumber unused amounts. 2. Create and track blanket purchase orders. Prepare/maintain records of purchases and vouchers for each blanket P.O. File to be updated monthly.
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Department Purchasing: 1. Work with vendors in obtaining information on various products requested by UCE employees. Assist staff with information regarding purchases, i.e. researching warranty information, prior sources and costs, etc. purchases, i.e. researching warranty information, prior sources and costs, etc. 2. Research, prepare and/or coordinate requests for bids and quotes as required. Maintain accurate and up-to-date bid file. Compare bids with data in the system. Delete items when cleared from inventory. data in the system. Delete items when cleared from inventory. 3. Track and record purchases for all Union and ancillary accounts. Review expense information in EIS monthly for accuracy. Report discrepancies to Director, UCE Budget and Operations.
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Cash handling responsibilities including: 1. Monitor and prepare cash funds by, maintaining adequate supply of currency and coin levels, ordering supplies, preparing and distributing cash bags, counting and reconciling bags and processing balance sheets and sales reports. bags, counting and reconciling bags and processing balance sheets and sales reports. 2. Implement cash control procedures, including auditing operating fund monthly, reporting shortages of $10 or more for investigation, impromptu cash audits in operational areas, and providing cash handling training for students and full-time staff. Prepare and record all cash receipts. cash audits in operational areas, and providing cash handling training for students and full-time staff. Prepare and record all cash receipts. 3. Process refunds for vending machines, ensure repayment of paid funds from vendors.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S6322PPosition End Date (if temporary) Special Instructions to Applicants Quicklink for Posting https: // jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/72113
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