Financial Accountant I

Job TitleFinancial Accountant I Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department 17120324 Comptroller Office Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationKingsville, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description Job Summary The Financial Accountant I, under direction, performs complex professional accounting. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Financial Entries Computes and prepares journal entries or manual batches and analyzes posting accuracy. Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial and accounting transactions on various accounts Maintains electronic financial record controls for retention compliance. Assists accounts payable with interdepartmental transfer entries. Financial Reports & Reconciliations Downloads daily and monthly bank reports. Reconciles various financial accounts and banking activities. Runs state reports for monthly GIP, state interest and license plate revenue posting. Monitors completeness of all financial reconciliations. Maintains worksheets for GIP and Payroll analysis. Completes various Annual Financial Reporting schedules assigned during the year-end process. Assists in solving accounting or financial problems and provides technical assistance. Assures compliance with all standards, policies and procedures. The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. Minimum Requirements Education – Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience – Accounting experience in a business office preferred. Ability to – Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Oral and written communication skills. Customer service skills. Preferred Requirements Experience-Two years of related experience. Knowledge of- Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software Supervision of Others This position generally does not supervise employees. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Thank you for your interest in a career with Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK)! We are a public research university located in Kingsville, Texas. TAMUK is the southernmost campus of the Texas A&M University System. It is located 40 miles southwest of Corpus Christi and is within a 4-hour or less drive to multiple metro areas, including: San Antonio, Austin, Houston, and Brownsville- McAllen- Harlingen. The mission of Texas A&M University- Kingsville is to enrich lives through education, discovery, and service in South Texas and beyond. The university's enrollment of approximately 7,000 students reflects the ethnic diversity of South Texas, with approximately 65% of the students of Hispanic origin. The university consists of five academic colleges: Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering, Agriculture & Natural Resources, and Education & Human Performance. The University has the Carnegie classification of: Doctoral University: High Research Activity. According to Forbes Media, ratings from Javelina alumni rank Texas A&M University- Kingsville among the top 25 Universities in the nation. The rankings are based on alumni feedback about their experience at the institution. Kingsville, a friendly and safe community, is home to nearly 30,000 people and represents a vital part of the Texas ranching industry with more than 60,000 cattle and 300 quarter horses. In addition to being home to the first institution of higher learning in South Texas, Kingsville is also home to Naval Air Station Kingsville and several Fortune 500 industrial companies. From its quaint, historical buildings downtown to the longhorn and Santa Gertrudis cattle that graze in the legendary King Ranch, Kingsville still retains much of its unique historical charm while continuing to steadily grow into its future. Visit www.tamuk.edu or www.kingsvilletexas.com for more information. If you need assistance in applying for any position, please contact a recruiting partner at (361) 593-3705. The following links will open in a new tab TAMUK Employee Services Home Page Prospective Employees TAMU System Job Opportunities Employee Benefits Campus Crime Statistics