Project Accountant

University at Buffalo Portal • Buffalo, NY

19d

About The Position

University Facilities Finance Department is seeking a meticulous and analytical Project Accountant to support the financial integrity of projects through accurate reporting and robust reconciliation processes. This role ensures that all financial transactions align with accounting standards, organizational polices/procedures, and multiple business reporting systems. The ideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining financial transparency and supporting project success. This role reports directly to the Senior Project Accountant. Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages . About The University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo . University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities

Requirements

• Associate degree with 2 years or Bachelors degree with 1 year of experience with account reconciliations, general understanding of procurement and accounts payable processes.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel Skills (use of logical (IF, AND , OR), lookup ( VLOOKUP ) formulas, applying and customizing filters, creating and modifying pivot tables) is a must.
• Demonstrated organization, time management, and problem solving skills.
• Excellent writing skills to clearly articulate to other staff the problem found and how to correct it.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile project related financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and interdepartmental charges.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reconciliations of project accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between project budgets, actuals, and various business systems.
• Maintain detailed records of reconciliations and adjustments for audit and compliance purposes.
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure financial data aligns with operational progress and milestones.
• Monitor project budgets to ensure sufficient funds are available for final purchases, payroll, etc.
• Prepare and analyze project cost reports, variance analysis, and statements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees