Accountant IJob ID: 13456Location: El Paso, TXFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularAbout UTEPhttps://www.utep.edu/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.https://www.utep.edu/vpbaThe 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.https://www.utep.edu/vpba/accounting-and-financial-reporting/department… Financial Reporting department at The University of Texas at El Paso serves to assist with external and internal financial reporting requirements. Our primary role is to disseminate accurate and timely reports to management and external stakeholders. These reports play an important part in educating stakeholders about the University's financial standing and allows them to make informed decisions. The Financial Reporting department also handles the accounting of construction and capital projects.a.Position InformationHiring Department: https://www.utep.edu/vpba/accounting-and-financial-reporting/department… End Date: Open until filled.Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm,FLSA status: ExemptEarliest Start Date: As soon as possible.Salary: $35,568 annuallyRequired Application Materials:• Resume• Cover Letter• List of three referencesThe 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 PositionSummary: Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information, prepare adjusting entries, reconciliations, and financial reports.Note: The primary accountabilities below 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 below. 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 informationStatement 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 orders, entries, 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.Processes Treasury transactions, communicates constantly with internal and external users, including financial institutionsProcess inter-departmental transactions, journal entries and payment vouchersDetermines proper handling of financial and treasury transactions.Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and University policy and procedures, including account reconciliations andAssists periodically in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report, Operating Budget, and Legislative Appropriation Request.Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholdersAssists with various special projects as needed.Knowledge of Microsoft Office software and able to learn and use institutional software systems.Complies with all State and University policies.Other duties may be assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities.QualificationsQualifications: 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.Required Qualifications:Education: Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Degree in a Business area, with 15 credit hours in accounting from four-year College or university. May have Associate's degree in a business related area plus 2 years of practical experienceandExperience: No prior experience required.Additional InformationPhysical 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, sexual orientation, or gender identity 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. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at mailto:titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 312.For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at mailto:eoaa@utep.edu.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6207607jeid-16218bdfeb86424ab1c391cf80bd74b7