Accounts Payable: Accountant 2 - req# 28624

The University of New Mexico, Office of the University Controller, also known as Financial Services, located on Main Campus is responsible for all central accounting functions for the University.

It is the responsibility of the Controller's Office to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies, including state and federal audit requirements, following generally accepted accounting practices. Additionally, the Organization oversees the maintenance of the official financial records of the University.

Within Financials Services is the Accounts Payable Department (A/P) which has an exciting opportunity for an Accountant 2!

Accounts Payable is seeking a dedicated and dependable individual to join their team as an Accountant 2. The department is responsible for all University non-payroll, non-financial aid disbursements. These include payments to vendors, employees, and students using purchase orders and Chrome River expense reports.

The successful candidate will perform accounting functions such as 1099 reporting departmental billings, posting, and processing payments. Also, third-party invoice payments, financial queries, data analysis and preparation of month-end reconciliations. Other responsibilities include analyzing financial and operating data, reviewing, and processing routine accounting data, and miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. The successful candidate should possess excellent customer service skills and to be flexible as daily priorities change.

Accounts Payable is also looking for someone who works well with others, is willing to learn new skills, The preferred candidate will be a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to establish priorities and complete projects on time, an eye for details and the ability to effectively organize, coordinate, and complete a wide range of concurrent activities.

* This position is on-site M-F.

Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's education, experience, and qualifications.

See the Position Description for additional information.

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.

• Experience assisting with payment applications and invoicing
• Experience processing refunds as required
• Experience handling Banner activities including rebuilding/backdating funds, un-applying payments, and setting up agencies in the system
• Experience assisting the Billing/Cash team as necessary regarding deposits, Chrome River approvals, and effort certifications
• Effective time management skills to provide multiple ongoing work tasks to meet deadlines
• Experience communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing to different levels of the organization
• Proficient in MS Excel to analyze/interpret financial data and prepare reports
• Experience with learning, understanding, and applying University, Federal, State and Agency policies and terms and conditions
• Experience with analysis, reconciliation, and balancing financial data

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 attach:

• Unofficial or advisement transcripts to document that you meet the minimum requirements for this position, which includes: Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least (12) credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting;
• The résumé should include a complete work history, including beginning and ending dates of employment, (Month and Year), and the number of hours worked per week.
• Cover letter that addresses how your qualifications and experience match the Preferred Qualifications that are detailed in the Job Ad.

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.