Job Description

Accountant 2

Requisition IDreq31624
Working TitleAccountant 2
Position Grade12
Position SummaryThe Department of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology in the UNM School of Medicine is seeking a professional, detail-oriented Accountant II who possesses strong problem solving and communication skills to interact with faculty, staff, post docs, graduate students at all levels.

The qualified candidate will be responsible for managing unrestricted and restricted funds to include completing and entering budgets, monitoring and monthly reconciliation of indexes, preparing and updating monthly projection reports and other financial reports. Financial transactions such as PCard reconciliations, reimbursements, requisitions and journal vouchers. Processing financial transactions such as labor re distributions, journal vouchers, coordination and preparation of regularly scheduled and special billings. Providing guidance and support to faculty and staff in regards to accounting related issues and UNM policies and procedures.

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
  • Proficient in MS Excel to analyze/interpret financial date and prepare financial reports
  • Experience working with UNM financial systems including: Banner, Chrome River, LoboWeb, MyReports
  • Contract and Grant experience
  • Knowledge of University Policies/Procedures and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member
Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentMolecular Genetics Microbiology (564A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusExempt
PayMonthly: $3,697.20 - $5,191.33
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 Date11/22/2024
Eligible for Remote WorkYes
Eligible for Remote Work Statement
Application Instructions

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Please submit a cover letter and three professional references with phone numbers and email addresses.

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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