The University of New Mexico, Office of the University Controller, also known as Financial Services, located on Main Campus is responsible for all central accounting functions for the University.
It is the responsibility of the Controller's Office to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies, including state and federal audit requirements, following generally accepted accounting practices. Additionally, the Organization oversees the maintenance of the official financial records of the University.
Within Financials Services is the Accounts Payable Department (A/P) which has an exciting opportunity for an Accountant 2!
Accounts Payable is seeking a dedicated and dependable individual to join their team as an Accountant 2. The department is responsible for all University non-payroll, non-financial aid disbursements. These include payments to vendors, employees, and students using purchase orders and Chrome River expense reports.
The successful candidate will perform accounting functions such as 1099 reporting departmental billings, posting, and processing payments. Also, third-party invoice payments, financial queries, data analysis and preparation of month-end reconciliations. Other responsibilities include analyzing financial and operating data, reviewing, and processing routine accounting data, and miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. The successful candidate should possess excellent customer service skills and to be flexible as daily priorities change.
Accounts Payable is also looking for someone who works well with others, is willing to learn new skills, The preferred candidate will be a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to establish priorities and complete projects on time, an eye for details and the ability to effectively organize, coordinate, and complete a wide range of concurrent activities.
* This position is on-site M-F.
Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's education, experience, and qualifications.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 12 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
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