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Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S06142P Position Title Accounting Specialist Department Accounting Services Location Arlington Job Family Finance/Accounting Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
Benefits
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Job Summary
The Accounting Specialist plays a vital role in providing comprehensive financial support services to the University community. This position is responsible for performing a variety of accounting functions, including preparing and entering daily and monthly journal entries, reconciling various cost centers, processing ACH and check returns and cancellations, and maintaining accurate financial records. The position will assist in compiling accounting reports, ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and serve as a resource for faculty, staff, and students with accounting-related inquires.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting Number S06142P Position Title Accounting Specialist Department Accounting Services Location Arlington Job Family Finance/Accounting Position Status Full-time Work Hours Standard Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm.
- This position is remote eligible.
- Some flexibility may be required during reporting and audit cycles.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
Benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php
Job Summary
The Accounting Specialist plays a vital role in providing comprehensive financial support services to the University community. This position is responsible for performing a variety of accounting functions, including preparing and entering daily and monthly journal entries, reconciling various cost centers, processing ACH and check returns and cancellations, and maintaining accurate financial records. The position will assist in compiling accounting reports, ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and serve as a resource for faculty, staff, and students with accounting-related inquires.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Prepare and post daily journal entries to record cash receipts accurately.
- Reconcile entries with supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Respond to faculty, staff, and student questions regarding financial transactions and procedures.
- Provide accurate information while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Perform regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts and department cost centers. Investigate and resolve variances and maintain proper documentation.
- Identify and process returned payments.
- Research reasons for returns and coordinate corrective actions with appropriate departments.
- Process stop payment and cancellation requests.
- Reissue checks as needed and ensure proper documentation and follow-up.
- Monitor check statuses and review positive pay exceptions to prevent errors or fraudulent transactions.
- Coordinate any fraudulent activity with University Police Department.
- Track and process uncashed or stale-dated checks for escheatment in accordance with state regulations.
- Maintain accurate records and logs to support compliance and audit readiness.
- Gather and organize financial data to support internal reporting and analysis needs.
- Assist the department as needed to support overall accounting operations and ensure smooth workflow.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- High school graduation.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in governmental, commercial, or higher education accounting, or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
- A degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
- Experience working with PeopleSoft Financial Management System (FMS) and Campus Solutions or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
- Professional organizational and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset, with the ability to build positive relationships across departments.
- Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced accounting environment.
- Knowledge of accounting reconciliation practices and principles.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to use spreadsheets for reconciliation, analysis, and reporting.
- Professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information clearly.
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1 Open Until Filled Minimum Number of References Required 3 Maximum Number of References Accepted 3 Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- * How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
- None/less than 1 year
- 2 to 3 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 6 years or more
- * How many years of related experience do you have?
- None/less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 4 years
- 5 years or more
- * How many years of experience do you have in reconciliations?
- None/Less than two years
- 2 to 3 years
- 4 to 5 years
- 6 years or more
Required Documents
- Resume or CV
- Cover/Interest Letter
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