Accountant II (Enrollment Management)Job No: 540136Work Type: Full TimeLocation: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Office/Administrative/Fiscal SupportDepartment: 03010100 - EM-BUSINESS-FINANCEClassification Title: Accountant IIClassification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.Job DescriptionThe University of Florida is looking for an Accountant II to provide accounting, budgeting, and financial aid fund management support within the Division of Enrollment Management. In this role, you will coordinate division-wide accounting functions, manage financial aid fund processes, support budget development, and collaborate across units to ensure accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service.Key ResponsibilitiesAccounting OperationsReviews, analyzes, and reconciles monthly financial records across all Enrollment Management departments.Administers and evaluates accounting systems, recommending improvements and updating procedures.Maintains general and subsidiary ledgers and supports internal auditing practices.Prepares routine and ad‑hoc financial reports.Student Financial Aid Fund ManagementTracks federal, state, and institutional financial aid funds administered by Student Financial Aid (SFA).Ensures proper cash management and prevents over‑ or under‑utilization of funds.Monitors compliance with matching requirements and other program mandates.Completes required federal, state, and institutional reporting.Budget CoordinationSupports budget development and management for Enrollment Management units.Maintains financial records and provides periodic budget reports.Assists with forecasting, researching, and justifying operating budget requests.Uploads budget information into university systems and ensures accounts remain balanced.Cross-Functional Support & CollaborationCross‑trains across Finance team functions and provides coverage during high‑volume periods or staff absences.Serves as liaison with General Accounting and collaborates with division, college, and university offices.Attends relevant meetings to stay current on policies, regulations, and procedural updates.Other DutiesPerforms other responsibilities as assigned to support the Finance team and division goals.Expected Salary: $65,000 annuallyBenefitsHealth, Dental, and Vision InsuranceState Retirement PlansPaid Time Off (approximately 22 days of vacation leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually)Tuition Assistance (UF Employee Education Program)Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible EmployerRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in an appropriate area and two years of relevant experience.Preferred QualificationsExcellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.Knowledge of federal and state laws and university regulations pertaining to accounting and fiscal management.Ability to prepare, present, coordinate, and monitor all federal, state, and university funding received by the Division.Ability to design and implement accounting systems as well as analyze and interpret data.Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.Must have substantial expertise relevant to the use of computers and appropriate software.Knowledge of fiscal accounting functions and processes.Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and work with minimal supervision.Must be able to handle the pressures of a high-volume, multi-faceted job assignment where excellent customer service, attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness are critical.The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please contact the university's accessibility services.#J-18808-Ljbffr