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Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleCapital Construction Accounting SpecRequisition NumberRE55195Working TitleDepartment Name3CC00:Capital Project ManagementWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level44Salary Range$44,678-71,469/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/CertificationNonePhysical RequirementsStanding or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods; Repetitive motion.Shift8:00am – 5:00pm (Monday – Friday)Job SummarySupport the Financial Operations Behind Campus Construction Projects

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Capital Construction Accounting Specialist to provide financial and administrative support for capital construction projects from planning through project closeout.

This role helps ensure construction projects are supported by accurate financial management, strong internal controls, and effective coordination among project teams, vendors, and campus stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining financial integrity while supporting the delivery of critical campus improvements.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate purchasing, payments, and financial activities for capital construction projects
• Monitor project budgets, expenditures, and funding balances
• Review and reconcile project costs, labor charges, and financial transactions
• Support billing, payment processing, and financial reporting activities
• Maintain accurate project, contract, and financial records
• Assist with contract modifications, budget adjustments, and cash handling activities
• Collaborate with project managers, vendors, business staff, and campus partners to support project success
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and special projects

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in accounting, finance, project administration, or a related field
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy
• Ability to interpret and apply financial policies and procedures
• Experience working with financial systems such as SAP or similar platforms
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years of related experience

What’s In It for You

• Meaningful impact: Support projects that enhance the university’s physical infrastructure
• Varied responsibilities: Participate in accounting, financial analysis, project support, and records management
• Professional growth: Develop expertise in construction finance, project accounting, and university operations
• Collaborative environment: Work alongside project managers, business professionals, and campus stakeholders
• UK’s Exceptional Benefits

Why Now
Successful capital projects depend on strong financial oversight and accurate project accounting. In this position, you’ll help ensure construction funds are managed responsibly, financial records remain audit-ready, and project teams have the information they need to make informed decisions.

You’ll be part of a team that helps turn plans into completed projects, supporting the facilities and spaces that serve students, faculty, staff, and visitors every day.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesMS Windows/Office;SAP; Construction Scheduling Software

Demonstrated experience performing accounting analysis; preparing, approving, and posting complex journal entries; preparing account reconciliations; reviewing highly complex accounting transactions; and generating schedules, reports, and other forms of financial output.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s Degree – Accounting or Finance

Bachelor’s Degree – Business Administration (BBA)

Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) — DesirableDeadline to Apply08/13/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Briefly describe a time when you used an advanced spreadsheet to solve a problem, calculate/track complex financial data, or provide useful information to decision makers.

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * How many years’ experience do you have in obtaining, abstracting and collating data?
   • None
   • More than 0, through 1 year
   • More than 1, through 3 years
   • More than 3, through 5 years
   • More than 5 years
3. * Describe a specific project to which you contributed that impacted organizational improvement.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Which of the following best describes your experience with juggling competing priorities, monitoring progress and successfully meeting deadlines?
   • I manage competing priorities in my daily tasks
   • I manage daily tasks as well as the occasional special project
   • I manage daily tasks, special projects and occasional long term projects
   • I routinely manage daily tasks, special projects and various long term projects
5. * Please pick one of the following topics and describe a time when you had to deal with a similar situation (i.e. what was the situation, what actions did you take, what was the outcome?): (1) confronting a peer about a problem or conflict (2) planning an event or a program (3) leading a group project or exercise (4) juggling multiple priorities in a narrow time frame (5) working with individuals from very different backgrounds.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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