Accounting Specialist
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Accounting Specialist |
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Job Description: |
Oversee one or more fiscal and accounting functions, specializing in the administration and processing of the University’s financial resources. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Develop, interpret, and implement financial and accounting policies and procedures. Provide expert advice and support to faculty, staff, administrators, and external vendors. Research and resolve financial and accounting issues. Monitor business activities by maintaining and controlling financial records. Compile and analyze financial data to generate reports for both internal and external use. Provide financial projections, cost analyses, and budgetary studies, offering recommendations with significant financial implications. Accounts Receivable, Billing, and Invoicing: Compile and generate internal and external invoices for EH&S Auxiliary services. Gather and verify Chartfield information from departments and process journals for payment as needed. Maintain a subsidiary ledger of accounts receivable and monitor collections to ensure timely payments. Purchasing and Equipment Management: Track all purchases using automated systems in PeopleSoft. Review and assist with purchasing card (P-Card) transactions. Oversee the acquisition and replacement of capital equipment and manage special projects. Administrative and Accounts Payable Functions: Assist in procuring supplies for EH&S Auxiliary services using the UF Purchasing Card or by preparing requisitions. Maintain comprehensive accounts payable records and files. Reconcile P-Card charges with Chartfield information and descriptions, including scanning necessary backup documentation. Maintain logs for mileage, repair expenses, cleaning, and fuel consumption for the EH&S fleet vehicles. Communicate with vendors and external agencies, providing advice to EH&S staff on relevant issues. Prepare check and credit card deposits, ensuring accurate record-keeping within the UF and EH&S systems. Update the EH&S Accounts Receivable system. Assist the Finance Manager in compiling and analyzing financial data and generating departmental reports for operating budget preparation. Work hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM A criminal background will be conducted |
Expected Salary: | $50,000 - $60,000 yearly based on experience. |
Minimum Requirements: |
A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and one year of appropriate experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
Preferred Qualifications: |
EDUCATION & TRAINING: Bachelor’s degree in accounting SKILLS: ABILITIES: |
Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting of July 8, 2024 |
Health Assessment Required: | No |