Accountant III

Job SummaryThe Accountant III will provide accounting oversight, monitoring, and reconciliation of the budgets for the Provost Office and Resource Planning. Guide, advise, and provide training to the administrative staff in the Provost’s office, Academic departments, and the Provost divisions. Responsible for the preparation of a variety of complex, standard, and special financial and budget reports.Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesGenerate high-level managerial financial reports from UTA systems and data warehouse as requested by the Provost and AVP . Monitor, review, and maintain all the Provost’s financial accounts; prepare and update monthly financial reports to track costs. Reconcile and review the Provost and Academic Resource accounts for accuracy. Track special large awards and commitments; monitor and ensure compliance with the rules and regulations of the awards; develop ad-hoc reports for managers. Provide guidance and procedure training to the accounting and administrative personnel in the Provost’s office, Academic units, and the Provost’s Divisions. Assist in developing business models and analyzing the cost and efficiency of academic and special programs as requested. Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or business administration, or related field. Five (5) years of relevant work experience or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge and experiences in higher education. Knowledge and experience in preparing management financial reports.Work ScheduleMonday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm