The Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Department is comprised of 23 faculty, 4 support staff, approximately 20 GTA's, 5-10 student hourlies, and 3-5 lecturers with a budget in excess of $4.5 million and over $18 million in endowment accounts. The Accountant serves as the financial resource contact for the department, responsible for accounting work, including budgeting, and payroll activities and HR for state, endowment, and some research related accounts, purchasing and travel. This position communicates daily with faculty, staff, students, and university administrators and advises the departmental chair budgeting and financial matters on a regular basis.