Accountant III

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

5d • $75,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Psychiatry in the College of Medicine at the University of Florida is seeking an Accountant III as part of a team managing the departments financials. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this position is responsible for financial oversight, compliance monitoring, and, with a particular focus on activities related to the UF Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment’s SB112 grant.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Financial Analysis & Budgeting: Ability to analyze budgets and financial reports to ensure proper allocation and use of funds.
• Regulatory Compliance: Understanding of federal, state, and institutional regulations governing grant funding (e.g., Uniform Guidance, Cost Accounting Standards).
• Accounting Software Proficiency: Experience with financial systems such as myPayment Solutions, OnBase, or Centric, UFIRST, myUFL, or similar platforms.
• Attention to Detail: Strong ability to track expenditures, reconcile accounts, and ensure accuracy in financial documentation.
• Audit Preparation & Documentation: Skilled in maintaining records and preparing for internal or external audits related to funding.
• Communication & Collaboration: Ability to work with program managers, finance teams, and external partners to coordinate disbursements and resolve issues.
• Problem-Solving: Capable of identifying and resolving discrepancies or errors in grant-related financial transactions.
• Advanced fiscal experience in higher education institution
• Advanced ability to use Excel spreadsheets, PeopleSoft, and Microsoft Word
• Knowledge of financial/accounting principles, practices and procedures

Responsibilities

• Manages the budget for the Florida Senate Bill 112 and ensures spending is in line with requirements and meets University of Florida regulations.
• Serves as the financial representative on the SB112 committee and works closely with the staff at the UF CAN Hub.
• Manages the research payments associated with the program and reconciles funding distributed.
• Reviews and submits requests for proposals, memorandum of understandings and requests to negotiate.
• Drafts the annual legislative reporting budget outlining spending and remaining funds.
• Ensures all expenditure on SB112 funds meet the requirements and protocols as outlined in the legislation.
• Responsible for reviewing transactions as outlined by the University of Florida policies and procedures.
• Reviews transactions for all funds, identifies any problems and works with staff to correct as needed.
• Reviews department funding balances and ensures funds are spent appropriately.
• Notifies and works with finance manager to resolve over or underspending on funds as needed.
• Prepares specialized reporting and works closely with the research administrators and the Accounting Team to monitor grant spending.
• Monitors and manages special award funding for the department.
• Prepares reports, contacts faculty as needed for reporting and understanding the funding needs of the program.
• Reviews and prepares reports tracking budget spending by division and sharing reports with division administrators quarterly.
• Prepares yearly expense budget and inputs into the College of Medicine budgeting program.
• Other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Staff Retirement Plans.
• Paid 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 (PLSF) Eligible Employer.

What This Job Offers

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