Financial Accountant II

Texas A&M • College Station, TX

1d

About The Position

About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world! Position Information We are seeking a Financial Accountant II, who under direction, performs complex professional accounting.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience plus an additional two (2) years of related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to comprehend and apply rules and regulations.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to use standard office equipment and computers.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Responsibilities

• Audit travel card transactions in Emburse for compliance with state purchasing rules and regulations for Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, and TVMDL.
• Ensure compliance with payment card program policies by monitoring credit card transaction reports and appropriate usage.
• Research and resolve problems and discrepancies with credit card transactions.
• Provide technical expertise to units regarding State Comptroller's purchasing procedures and policies.
• Respond to inquiries from units concerning state and AgriLife regulations.
• Monitor any changes in the State of Texas and TAMU system rules and regulations.
• Adopt changes into Texas A&M AgriLife rules and regulations and notify departments/units administrators of any changes or updates as needed regarding payment card information or recurring errors.
• Assists departments/units with clarification of current policies and procedures.
• Use TAMU Accounting System and Emburse to report status of payment to vendors or employees.
• Assist all fiscal office employees in their absence and in times of high workload.
• Serve as credit card program administrator for Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, and TVMDL.
• Review, process, and submit credit card applications on-line.
• Responsible for establishing and closing accounts, making decisions regarding merchant category code overrides and adjustment to credit limits on credit cards.
• Work with credit card carrier to resolve posting discrepancies on payment card accounts.
• Review Oversight System for potential audit issues.
• Coordinate with units/departments and Disbursements to clear or resolve any problems.
• Special projects and performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

What This Job Offers

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