Accountant lV

University of Arkansas Fayetteville • Fayetteville, AR

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About The Position

The Accountant IV performs advanced assignments to support specialized areas of accounting and financial management to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of financial activity. Accounting specialization may include payroll, cost accounting, budgeting, asset planning, purchasing, and/or related fields. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. This position is governed by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least two years of employment in accounting, finance, or related field
• At least two years of experience utilizing financial management software
• Experience conducting financial analysis and/or preparing financial reports
• At least two years of experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel functions and formulas
• Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Workday financial software
• Experience working with grants and federal agencies
• Experience in applying accounting principles and database management skills in a university environment
• Knowledge of database accounting and management principles
• Ability to comprehend and assimilate business-related documents
• Ability to apply policies and procedures of the University, State, and Federal Transit Administration

Benefits

• The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

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