Financial Accountant III (Cooperative Agricultural Research Center)

Job TitleFinancial Accountant III (Cooperative Agricultural Research Center) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department College Of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Proposed Minimum Salary$3,929.84 monthly Job LocationPrairie View, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Under the general supervision of Director of Business Operations, the Financial Accountant III is responsible for reconciling financial accounts, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with institutional, federal, state, and sponsor requirements for USDA NIFA capacity awards. The position supports fiscal operations, enhances financial processes, and provides post-award financial administration for agricultural extension grants funded by NIFA (National Institute of Food and Agriculture). This role collaborates with faculty, administrators, and sponsors to maintain fiscal integrity and align with the college’s strategic objectives. This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding. This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. Responsibilities: Account Reconciliation and Financial Reporting Performs monthly reconciliations for all federal, state, local, and private accounts, including agricultural research federal and state appropriated funded projects. Prepares financial reports for stakeholders and assists in year-end account closings and grant closeouts. Audits financial transactions and documents to ensure accuracy and compliance. Prepares, submits, and reconciles required federal and state financial reports, including SF-425 and other NIFA submissions. Establishes and maintains internal tracking of individuals projects and/or programs on appropriated funding. Grants Management and Compliance Coordinates with the Research, Grants, and Contracts Office for award setup and account management. Monitors cost-sharing requirements, expenditures, and compliance with sponsor terms and conditions. Financial Oversight and Improvements Uses data-driven methods to improve financial processes and internal controls. Assists in developing and implementing process enhancements to align with institutional and sponsor requirements. Provides technical guidance regarding accounting policies and ensures compliance with applicable regulations. Post-Award Financial Support Assists faculty and project administrators with post-award tasks, including tracking expenditures, cost transfers, and journal entries. Facilitates communication with sponsors regarding revisions, approvals, and project amendments. Provides assistance and support with financial data for project closeouts and audits. Serves as a resource for researchers, department staff, and sponsors for financial-related inquiries. Other Performs additional duties to support the college’s strategic goals. Participates and assists in college-wide events, activities, committees and performs other duties as deemed necessary. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree Accounting, Business or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Four years of accounting experience in a business office. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities with attention to detail and accuracy. Verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, proofreading and time management skills. Ability to apply problem-solving skills to complex problems, prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision. Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with USDA funded grants, specifically for land-grant institutions. Strong mathematical and comprehension skills. Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel and FAMIS/Canopy, and/or Maestro. Experience in sponsored research projects management and/or accounting. Experience within the A&M System or other university settings. Experience interpreting and monitoring compliance with federal regulations, including Uniform Guidance and Code of Federal Regulations, as they pertain to sponsored research. Progressively responsible budgeting and/or project administration experience. Experience using FAMIS, Maestro, and Concur or Chrome River. Special Requirements: Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of eight years of experience. Job Posting Close Date: Until Filled 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 Indeed, 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. 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. For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses, and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees, and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System.  The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service. PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the First Class” begins here! Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer. 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