Accountant III- Time Limited

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

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About The Position

The Accountant III performs comprehensive reviews and reconciliations of the University of Florida’s general ledger to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of financial records. The role analyzes account activity and balances, identifies and researches discrepancies, reconciles data across systems and funding sources, collaborates with university departments to resolve accounting issues, and supports compliance with institutional policies and accounting standards. It also prepares and records correcting and cleanup journal entries to address errors, clear outstanding balances, and support accurate financial statements.

To support the University’s transition to Workday, the position conducts chartfield and financial data cleanup. This includes reviewing inactive or unnecessary legacy chartfields, departments, projects, and account structures; validating historical data; and preparing financial information for migration. The Accountant analyzes aging balances and unused financial structures, recommends corrective actions, and works with stakeholders to streamline configurations and improve data quality.

The position also analyzes current processes and systems, researches and recommends solutions to leadership, supports implementation, reviews cross-functional financial practices for consistency, and creates process documentation. The incumbent participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. This is a time-limited position. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area.
• Four years of relevant experience.
• Upload a cover letter and resume to be considered.

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 work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and reconcile the University of Florida’s general ledger to ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and reliable.
• Analyze account activity and balances, identify discrepancies, research variances, and reconcile financial data across systems and funding sources.
• Collaborate with university departments to resolve accounting issues and support compliance with institutional policies and accounting standards.
• Prepare and record correcting and cleanup journal entries to address errors and clear outstanding balances.
• Review legacy chartfields, departments, projects, and account structures; validate historical data and prepare information for migration to Workday.
• Analyze aging balances and unused financial structures, recommend corrective actions, and work with stakeholders to streamline account configurations and improve data quality.
• Analyze current processes and systems, research and recommend solutions to leadership, and support implementation.
• Review cross-functional financial practices and procedures for consistency and create process documentation.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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