Financial Accountant III Cooperative Agricultural Research Center
Financial Accountant III Cooperative Agricultural Research Center
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Job Title
Financial Accountant III (Cooperative Agricultural Research Center)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
College Of Agriculture Food & Natural ResourcesProposed Minimum Salary
$3929.84 monthlyJob Location
Prairie View TexasJob Type
StaffJob 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 postaward 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 colleges 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 yearend 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 SF425 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 costsharing requirements expenditures and compliance with sponsor terms and conditions.
Financial Oversight and Improvements
Uses datadriven 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.
PostAward Financial Support
Assists faculty and project administrators with postaward 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 financialrelated inquiries.
Other
Performs additional duties to support the colleges strategic goals. Participates and assists in collegewide events activities committees and performs other duties as deemed necessary.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelors 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 problemsolving 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 multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with USDA funded grants specifically for landgrant 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 Bachelors 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 Bachelors 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 belowin 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 thePVAMUCareer 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 ator should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
