Financial Accountant I

Job Title

Financial Accountant I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

FMO Financial Management Operations

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents, and lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As a part of the Division of Finance and Business Services , Financial Management Operations is an employee-centric organization that provides accounting services in partnership with our stakeholders. By promoting high standards of efficiency, integrity, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we ensure financial compliance and accountability to Texas A&M University and its constituents. Financial Management Operations provides quality services that enable the institution to track and monitor fiscal operations. Our goal is to assist in developing and maintaining quality accounting records and processes.

What we want

The Financial Accountant I, under direction, performs entry-level professional accounting

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience

Cover Letter & Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• No experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication.

• Customer service and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to comprehend and apply rules and regulations.

• Practical knowledge of governmental and higher education operations.

• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs. 

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet programs and bookkeeping procedures

• Previous Texas A&M University experience

Essential Duties/Tasks -

Customer Service and Helpdesk: 

• Answers general accounting questions.

• Assists with Financial System Configuration and Workflow options.

• Provides technical assistance regarding accounting procedures and Financial Systems

Security Review and Document Processing:

• Performs accounting work to include the recording, examining, and analyzing financial records, documents or reports.

• Prepares and analyzes financial transactions. Audits accounting and financial documents for accuracy and completeness.

Policy Compliance and Internal Controls:

• Assures compliance with standards, policies and procedures.

• Ensure proper training has been completed and access requested is appropriate for job duties.

• Researches discrepancies and reports findings related to Security to Accounting and Financial Systems.

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M 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

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Employee Tuition Assistance and Educational Release time   for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.