What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Accountant I | Treasury Services position at Prairie View A&M University?
Job Title
Financial Accountant I | Treasury Services | Student Business Services
Agency
Prairie View A&M University
Department
Financial Administration
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,194.84 monthly
Job Location
Prairie View, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
This position may pay more than the minimum proposed salary listed above, depending on experience and/or qualifications of the selected candidate.
The Financial Accountant I, under direction, performs entry-level professional accounting. The primary purpose of this position is to review the posting of all housing charges to student accounts and assisting with inquiries related to housing charges.
Responsibilities:
- Performs accounting work to include the recording, examining, and analyzing financial records, documents or reports. Prepares and analyzes financial transactions. Audits accounting and financial documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Researches discrepancies and reports findings. Answers general accounting questions.
- Provides technical assistance regarding accounting procedures. Assures compliance with standards, policies and procedures.
- Assigns object codes.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
- No prior work experience required.
Preferred Education and Experience
- One year of related experience.
- Bachelor degree in Accounting/ Business Administration/ Finance.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Oral and written communication skills. Customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Job Posting Close Date:
- 4/6/25
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as really, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Salary : $3,195
