Accountant II

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

2d

About The Position

Performs professional accounting functions supporting the University’s capital construction projects by reviewing and monitoring project expenditures for compliance with contracts, University policies, and funding requirements. Reconciles project accounts, researches and resolves discrepancies, monitors purchase order balances, and prepares correcting entries as needed. Reviews and processes approved purchase order revisions within the ERP system, verifies the accuracy of updates, and maintains detailed project accounting records to support effective financial management. Coordinates the financial closeout of capital construction projects by partnering with Planning, Design and Construction, Facilities Services, IFAS, Housing, Asset Management, and other University departments. Reconciles project balances, verifies the completeness and accuracy of financial transactions, prepares documentation for the return of unexpended funds, and assists in resolving outstanding accounting issues to ensure timely and accurate project closure. Provides operational support and business continuity by serving as backup for key accounting functions within the department. Processes project funding requests, Interdepartmental Service Provider (ISP) invoices, and related transactions, while also supporting invoice processing and other accounting activities as needed to ensure efficient and uninterrupted departmental operations. Assists with the preparation and distribution of recurring and ad hoc financial reports related to Construction Accounting activities. Compiles, analyzes, and presents financial data to support management decision-making, while providing documentation and responding to requests associated with internal and external audits to ensure compliance and transparency. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area
• Two years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with accounting software
• Ability to apply problem solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and business‑reporting abilities
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply applicable University, State, and Federal rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team
• Proficient in Excel
• Strong interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Performs professional accounting functions supporting the University’s capital construction projects by reviewing and monitoring project expenditures for compliance with contracts, University policies, and funding requirements.
• Reconciles project accounts, researches and resolves discrepancies, monitors purchase order balances, and prepares correcting entries as needed.
• Reviews and processes approved purchase order revisions within the ERP system, verifies the accuracy of updates, and maintains detailed project accounting records to support effective financial management.
• Coordinates the financial closeout of capital construction projects by partnering with Planning, Design and Construction, Facilities Services, IFAS, Housing, Asset Management, and other University departments.
• Reconciles project balances, verifies the completeness and accuracy of financial transactions, prepares documentation for the return of unexpended funds, and assists in resolving outstanding accounting issues to ensure timely and accurate project closure.
• Provides operational support and business continuity by serving as backup for key accounting functions within the department.
• Processes project funding requests, Interdepartmental Service Provider (ISP) invoices, and related transactions, while also supporting invoice processing and other accounting activities as needed to ensure efficient and uninterrupted departmental operations.
• Assists with the preparation and distribution of recurring and ad hoc financial reports related to Construction Accounting activities.
• Compiles, analyzes, and presents financial data to support management decision-making, while providing documentation and responding to requests associated with internal and external audits to ensure compliance and transparency.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level