Job Description

Accountant 1

Requisition IDreq30803
Working TitleAccountant 1
Position Grade11
Position SummaryWould youliked to work for a core-office organization with a lot of variety? Interactwith multiple departments across HSC with a focus on accounting? And do youalso want to be a team member in a department with low turnover that encouragesprofessional development? If yes, the HSC Financial Services Division islooking for you.

Performs basicaccounting functions such as ledger/fund analysis, cost analysis, and invoicepreparation. Prepares financial reportsfrom standard operating statistics and/or financial data. Investigates andresolves problems related to funds, budgets, expenditures, and/or procurementpractices. Provides assistance in the development, implementation andmaintenance of internal fiscal systems and procedures, applying basic concepts,methods, and techniques. May serve as unit/area transaction initiator orrequisitioner.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 9 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; no previous experience required.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experienceworking with the UNM accounting system or other large enterprise system
  • Ability toapply internal policies as well as state and federal rules and regulations
  • Experiencemonitoring and reconciling high volume accounts
Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentContract Grant Accounting HSC (975A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusExempt
PayMonthly: $3,657.33 - $4,901.87
Benefits EligibleThis is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB StatementAs a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.
Background Check RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date9/17/2024
Eligible for Remote WorkYes
Eligible for Remote Work StatementThis position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
Application Instructions

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Please upload a current resume, cover letter and three professional references.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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