Accountant II (Project Accounts)Hiring Department: Business and Financial ServicesLocation: UT MAIN CAMPUSPosition Open To: All ApplicantsFLSA Status: Exempt from FLSAEarliest Start Date: ImmediatelyPosition Duration: Expected to ContinueWeekly Scheduled Hours: 40Schedule: Standard UT schedule, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMJob OverviewBusiness and Financial Services provides financial resource management in support of its Financial and Administrative Services clients for The University of Texas at Austin. We deliver timely and expert shared services. To learn more about our department, visit team works to support university staff and enhance student experience. Working here means your work has meaning and impact.BenefitsCompetitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance optionsGenerous paid vacation, sick time, and holidaysTeachers Retirement System of Texas: defined benefit retirement planAdditional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and Deferred Compensation program 457(b)Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expensesRobust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunitiesTuition assistanceExpansive employee discount program including athletic ticketsFree access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID cardFree rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID cardResponsibilitiesVerify and approve electronic DEFINE and WEB documents as needed for Projects Group including encumbrances, voucher payments and funding and lapsing documents (VP1, VP2, VE3 and some VTA documents). Apply applicable rules, regulations and policies to ensure financial transactions are consistent with university policies.Prepare funding, encumbrance, payments and correction vouchers via DEFINE/WEB for complex/sensitive project portfolio including PDC managed CIP and other Major Renovation projects. Work closely with the Accounting Analyst to ensure account structure is appropriate and asset components are accounted for; ensure accuracy regarding object codes, amounts, accounts and vendor setup. Audit and verify project cost information is correctly posted to UT Asset Works/CPPM for accuracy.Perform and review Project Account Reconciliations/Close outs. Verify reconciliation of accounts, ensure funds are properly lapsed, audit project documents for record‑retention compliance, confirm projects are closed per procedure and finalize financial statement of each project. Assist Accounting Analyst with annual componentization and accrual calculations at year‑end as needed.Provide backup for shared Project email folder when needed for new contracts, funding requests and vendor invoices to ensure capital projects are assigned and related emails are forwarded to specific accounting processors.Maintain timely, reliable communication via e‑mail or other medium to project managers regarding status of projects such as funding, billing exceptions, project close‑out statements and ad‑hoc financial updates for complex funding structures.Provide accounting backup support across the project accounts work group and assist in training new staff.Represent department and division at meetings with Directors, ADs and campus clients including Assistant Deans. Prepare ad‑hoc and funding reports and analysis for Office of Accounting, Vice President's Office, Director's Office and Facilities Services/PMCS divisions to provide accurate financial information. Provide analysis and interpretation of system data using internal financial systems, data warehouse and other financial tools.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or related field or CPA.At least 2 years in governmental or commercial accounting.Experience using a personal computer including MS Word and Excel.Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree or graduate‑level courses in Accounting. Experience with accounts payable.More than two years of experience with UT DEFINE system.Experience with fixed asset accounting and construction payment‑application processing.Demonstrated proficiency in gathering, analyzing and presenting financial data.Detail oriented individual with problem solving skills.Experience with direct in‑person customer services.Demonstrated experience working in a team or group environment.Ability and willingness to work with initiative, and ability to manage multiple tasks.Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills. Good spelling and accuracy in typing.Professional demeanor.SalaryUSD 53,000 + depending on qualificationsWorking ConditionsStandard UT schedule, Monday‑Friday 8:00 AM‑5:00 PMManual dexterityDaily use of a keyboard and desktop computer.Legal & ComplianceEmployment Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, full‑time basis for any employer without sponsorship.Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.Pay Transparency: The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information.E‑Verify: The University of Texas at Austin uses E‑Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E‑Verify is 854197.#J-18808-Ljbffr