Nevada System of Higher Education-posted 13 days ago
Full-time • Entry Level
501-1,000 employees

Accountant Technicians perform technical accounts maintenance work for agencies with complex accounting functions or systems. Factors that contribute to complexity include, but not limited to, federal grant reporting, external bank accounts, cost allocation plans, budget accounts, bank guidelines other than those contained in the State Administrative Manual, complex fund accounting, and external reporting requirements. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. This position is responsible for overseeing the Accounts Payable section of Facilities Management under general supervision of the Accountant Technician II. The successful candidate must be able to determine the necessary actions related to accounts receivable and payable, establishment and review of obligations, and year-end closing. The successful candidate must also have the ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment with multiple projects and changing priorities; maintain a disciplined, organized approach to all aspects of his/her work. The department processes an average of 5,000 invoices, 650 purchase orders, 500 purchase order modifications, hundreds of Procurement Card Reconciliations a year. In addition, this position is responsible for monitoring the department email account and distributing the mail as required within one business day of receipt. This position will also be responsible to supervise student workers and temporary employees as needed. Computer literacy is necessary as this position works with several software programs and provides training to the Facilities staff of over 250 employees. Therefore, the incumbent must be reliable and accurate on the job. Must have the ability to shift priorities as needed and continue to meet deadlines. The desired applicant should have working knowledge of statutes, laws, rules and procedures such as Nevada Revised Statutes, Nevada Administrative Codes, State Administration Manual, State Controller’s Office policies and procedures, GAAP, GASB, FASB, and various Federal regulations and guidelines, etc. Preference is given to applicants with expert knowledge in using Workday, WebTMA, Energy Cap, and TeamDynamix (TDX). The schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The schedule may change depending upon the needs of the University.

  • Overseeing the Accounts Payable section of Facilities Management
  • Determine the necessary actions related to accounts receivable and payable, establishment and review of obligations, and year-end closing
  • Monitor the department email account and distributing the mail as required within one business day of receipt
  • Supervise student workers and temporary employees as needed
  • Provides training to the Facilities staff of over 250 employees
  • Graduation from high school and two years of financial records maintenance experience which included such duties as controlling accounts payable/receivable; preparing financial reports for internal management use; and reconciling complex accounts; OR two years of experience as an Accounting Assistant III in Nevada State service; OR one year as an Accounting Assistant IV in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
  • Must be able to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment with multiple projects and changing priorities
  • Maintain a disciplined, organized approach to all aspects of his/her work
  • Computer literacy
  • Must be reliable and accurate on the job
  • Must have the ability to shift priorities as needed and continue to meet deadlines
  • Working knowledge of statutes, laws, rules and procedures such as Nevada Revised Statutes, Nevada Administrative Codes, State Administration Manual, State Controller’s Office policies and procedures, GAAP, GASB, FASB, and various Federal regulations and guidelines, etc.
  • Expert knowledge in Workday, WebTMA, Energy Cap, and TeamDynamix (TDX)
  • 6 college credits in beginning accounting
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
  • No state income tax
  • Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
  • Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
  • Employee recognition and appreciation programs
  • UNLV athletics ticket discounts
  • Statewide employee purchase program discounts
  • RebelCard discounts on and off campus
  • Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
  • Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
  • Connect with colleagues with shared interests
  • Personal and professional development opportunities
  • A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
  • Support and resources available for veteran applicants
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