Accountant 2 - req# 35439

Accountant 2

Requisition IDreq35439
Working TitleAccountant 2
Position Grade12
Position SummaryHSC Financial Services and HSC Contracts and Grants providesfiscal services to the entire HSC Campus, including off-site departments. Ourmission is to provide prompt, accurate, courteous and professional services tomeet all of our customer's needs. Our customers range from students, staff,faculty, and outside vendors and agencies.

HSC Financial Services and HSC Contracts and Grants is looking fora dynamic, self-directed professional for the position of Accountant II. The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter whopossesses a strong accounting background and sponsored projects experience. Thesuccessful candidate for the AccountantII position must be knowledgeable in financial reporting and systems, andpossess strong communication and problem-solving skills.

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

CPA/CMA Certification orMaster's degree in Accounting or Finance
Proficiency/Expertise:

  • Inusing databases for analysis
  • WithGASB regulations and other federal and state governmental regulations

Experience with/in:

  • Restricted(sponsored projects) accounting
  • Training in, or experience with Banner Finance or a similar integrated system
  • Collectionof accounts receivable
  • Professional accounting in large, private or public-sector environment
Additional Requirements
CampusHealth Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
DepartmentContract Grant Accounting HSC (975A)
Employment TypeStaff
Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time
Term End Date
StatusExempt
PayMonthly: $3,844.53 - $5,399.33
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 Date1/15/2026
Eligible for Remote WorkYes
Eligible for Remote Work StatementThis position may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule.
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 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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