Accountant III (Enrollment Management)

Gainesville, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:	Accountant III
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
Job Description:	The University of Florida is looking for an Accountant III to serve as a team lead for accounting services within the Division of Enrollment this role you will provide division-level financial oversight manage complex accounting functions coordinate budgets and student financial aid funds and supervise accounting staff. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Accounting Compliance and Reporting Manage accounting functions for the Division of Enrollment Management and its units including complex financial issues contracts and grants funding. Administer and oversee division-wide accounting systems. Develop revise and maintain accounting procedures policies and internal audit practices. Maintain general and subsidiary ledgers and continuously evaluate system effectiveness. Coordinate monthly review analysis and reconciliation of state and cash-based funds. Review expenditures balances and transactional detail to ensure accuracy and compliance. Prepare routine monthly reports and complex ad-hoc financial reports. Monitor and improve accounting processes in collaboration with the Finance team. Stay current on regulatory compliance and procedural changes affecting accounting functions. Recommend accounting policy updates as appropriate. Budget and Restricted Funds Management Manage departmental budgets within the division in partnership with the Finance Director. Maintain accurate financial records and provide periodic budget reports to unit leadership. Advise departments on budget status trends and financial needs. Assist with researching forecasting entering and justifying operating budget requests. Upload and manage budget information in university systems and ensure funds are appropriately balanced. Provide data analysis and support for complex budget issues. Team Leadership Hire train supervise and evaluate accounting staff. Assign and prioritize workload to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks. Provide guidance on accounting methods and complex problemsolving. Cross-train in Finance team functional areas and provide coverage during high-volume periods or staff absences. Cross-Functional Support Collaborate with unit staff and maintain effective working relationships across the division college and university. Serve as a liaison with Contracts & Grants and General Accounting. Participate in college and university meetings to ensure understanding of and compliance with policies and regulations. Other Duties Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and operations of the Finance team and the Division of Enrollment Management.
Expected Salary:	$75000 annually In addition UF offers the following exceptional benefits: Health Dental and Vision Insurance State Retirement Plans Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave 13 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually) Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program) Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer For more information on benefits please visit UFHR Benefits and Rewards ()
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
Preferred:	Excellent analytical verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of federal and state laws and university regulations pertaining to accounting and fiscal management Ability to prepare present coordinate and monitor all federal state and university funding received by the Division Ability to design and implement accounting systems as well as analyze and interpret data Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively Must have substantial expertise relevant to the use of computers and appropriate software Knowledge of fiscal accounting functions and processes Ability to work independently exercise good judgment and work with minimal supervision Must be able to handle the pressures of a high-volume multi-faceted job assignment where excellent customer service attention to detail accuracy and timeliness are critical Experience supervising training coaching and mentoring staff at various organizational levels
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position: Cover Letter Resume List of References Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No

Classification Title:Accountant IIIClassification Minimum Requirements:Bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.Job Description:The University of Florida is looking for an Accountant III to serve as a team lead for accounting services within the Division of Enrol...

Classification Title:	Accountant III
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
Job Description:	The University of Florida is looking for an Accountant III to serve as a team lead for accounting services within the Division of Enrollment this role you will provide division-level financial oversight manage complex accounting functions coordinate budgets and student financial aid funds and supervise accounting staff. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: Accounting Compliance and Reporting Manage accounting functions for the Division of Enrollment Management and its units including complex financial issues contracts and grants funding. Administer and oversee division-wide accounting systems. Develop revise and maintain accounting procedures policies and internal audit practices. Maintain general and subsidiary ledgers and continuously evaluate system effectiveness. Coordinate monthly review analysis and reconciliation of state and cash-based funds. Review expenditures balances and transactional detail to ensure accuracy and compliance. Prepare routine monthly reports and complex ad-hoc financial reports. Monitor and improve accounting processes in collaboration with the Finance team. Stay current on regulatory compliance and procedural changes affecting accounting functions. Recommend accounting policy updates as appropriate. Budget and Restricted Funds Management Manage departmental budgets within the division in partnership with the Finance Director. Maintain accurate financial records and provide periodic budget reports to unit leadership. Advise departments on budget status trends and financial needs. Assist with researching forecasting entering and justifying operating budget requests. Upload and manage budget information in university systems and ensure funds are appropriately balanced. Provide data analysis and support for complex budget issues. Team Leadership Hire train supervise and evaluate accounting staff. Assign and prioritize workload to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks. Provide guidance on accounting methods and complex problemsolving. Cross-train in Finance team functional areas and provide coverage during high-volume periods or staff absences. Cross-Functional Support Collaborate with unit staff and maintain effective working relationships across the division college and university. Serve as a liaison with Contracts & Grants and General Accounting. Participate in college and university meetings to ensure understanding of and compliance with policies and regulations. Other Duties Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and operations of the Finance team and the Division of Enrollment Management.
Expected Salary:	$75000 annually In addition UF offers the following exceptional benefits: Health Dental and Vision Insurance State Retirement Plans Paid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave 13 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually) Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program) Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer For more information on benefits please visit UFHR Benefits and Rewards ()
Required Qualifications:	Bachelors degree in an appropriate area and four years of relevant experience.
Preferred:	Excellent analytical verbal and written communication skills Knowledge of federal and state laws and university regulations pertaining to accounting and fiscal management Ability to prepare present coordinate and monitor all federal state and university funding received by the Division Ability to design and implement accounting systems as well as analyze and interpret data Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively Must have substantial expertise relevant to the use of computers and appropriate software Knowledge of fiscal accounting functions and processes Ability to work independently exercise good judgment and work with minimal supervision Must be able to handle the pressures of a high-volume multi-faceted job assignment where excellent customer service attention to detail accuracy and timeliness are critical Experience supervising training coaching and mentoring staff at various organizational levels
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Applicants must upload the following documents to be considered for the position: Cover Letter Resume List of References Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:	No