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Stephen F. Austin State University Accountant III in Nacogdoches, Texas
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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title Accountant III
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
FLSA Exempt
General Job Description
This is a professional position responsible for performing complex accounting work in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles ( GAAP ), state and federal laws/regulations, and university policy. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to designated supervisor.
Essential Job Functions
Develops and maintains financial records.
Prepares and analyzes financial reports.
Balances and reconciles accounts.
Prepares and posts journal entries and budget changes.
Verifies accuracy of accounting data and entries.
Compiles and analyzes data.
Enters transactions in the Uniform State Accounting System ( USAS ).
Develops reports and projections to assist management in planning and decision making.
Develops and implements new internal procedures, including staff training.
Develops, maintains, and updates operating procedures manuals.
Identifies inefficiencies and needed operational improvements and recommends solutions.
Proposes, writes, and communicates policies and procedures.
Provides guidance and technical assistance to university management and staff.
Acts as consultant on accounting matters to administrative, technical, and/or supervisory workers.
Non-Essential Job Functions
May receive and/or supervise the receipt of payments from students and others for departmentally sponsored activities.
May assist with student registration.
May supervise student workers and other employees.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting procedures and methods, and the ability to apply them to specific situations.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
Ability to learn office and university-specific software.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to compile, organize, interpret, and communicate accounting data and results in a concise format.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
Physical Demands
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or a related field and five years of related experience or current Certified Public Accountant ( CPA ) license and two years of related experience is required.
Required Experience and Training
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in fund accounting is preferred.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.
Min Pay Rate
Mid Pay Rate
Salary Information Commensurate with Experience, Salary Grade - 7
Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting
This position is located in the Office of Financial Reporting and reports to the associate director.
State reporting experience is preferred.
Is Background Check Required? Yes
Benefit and Retirement Eligibility
This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
EEO Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number S2024-071
Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants
Number of Positions Available 1
Posted Date 06/11/2024
Review Start Date
Close Date
Work Schedule
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload any related certifications under ‘Other Document’ in the Documents Needed to Apply section of the application.
Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/11670
Contact Information
Contact Name Steffany Newsome
Contact Phone (936)468-2744
Contact Email newsomess@sfasu.edu
Contact Information
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Which of the following best represents your education background?
Completed High School Diploma or GED
Completed some college
Completed Associates Degree
Completed Bachelor's Degree
Completed Master's Degree
Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD
- What is your academic major/minor?
(Open Ended Question)
- How many years of related experience do you have?
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10+
- Please describe your experience in higher education or governmental accounting.
(Open Ended Question)
- Please describe your experience in construction funding, finance and accounting.
(Open Ended Question)
- Provide examples of how you handled difficult situations with those you have worked with.
(Open Ended Question)
- Do you hold any professional certification(s) and/or have one or more areas of specialization? If yes, please provide this information.
(Open Ended Question)
- Are you a current employee of the university?
Yes
No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcript(s)
List of References
Optional Documents
Other Document
Letter of Recommendation 1
Letter of Recommendation 2
Letter of Recommendation 3