Job Description

Accountant 2

Requisition IDreq25044
Working TitleAccountant 2
Position Grade12
Position Summary

The Center for Micro-Engineered Materials (CMEM) at the University of New Mexico (UNM) is seeking a highly motivated and energetic professional accountant. CMEM is a university wide collaboration bringing world class capabilities in micro and nano science and engineering.

The qualified candidate will be responsible for managing funds, including monitoring and monthly reconciliation of indexes, preparing, and updating monthly financial statements and projection reports, and processing financial transactions such as labor redistributions, journal vouchers, and requisitions. The ideal candidate is a motivated, self-starter with a strong accounting background in both unrestricted and sponsored projects accounting (i.e., Grants and Contracts).

For a full description of CMEM, please visit https://cmem.unm.edu/index.html

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 12 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

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

Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 12 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

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.

- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, and business.
- 1 to 5 years accounting experience above minimumrequirements with a high volume of restricted and unrestricted indices toinclude reconciling and forecasting.
- Experience using MS Excel and Access or other accountingsoftware for reconciliations, forecasting and reporting.
- Experience with contract/grant pre-award budgeting andaward submission process.
- Experience with post-award fiscal management
- Ability to research, collect, analyze, and compile data forregular monthly management reports.
- Familiarity with UNM policies/procedures and UNM accountingstandards in both restricted and unrestricted accounting.
- Experience working with UNM systems including: My Reports,Banner Finance, WorkFlow, LoboMart, EPrint, Effort Certification Systems,EPAFs, Budget Planner, Salary Planner, and Budget Categorization System.
- Ability to communicate financial information concisely tothe lay person, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member

Additional RequirementsOfficial transcripts, High school diploma, or GED certificate will be required at the time of hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics.
CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentCtr for Micro Engineering Materials (740A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusExempt
Pay3386.93 - 4754.53
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 at a Glance grid at NMERB Guidelines Clarified webpage.
Background Check RequiredYes
For Best Consideration Date7/5/2023
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Please upload a resume, a cover letter, and college transcript (can be unofficial).

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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