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Type of Position:Accounting
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Job Type:Regular
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Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
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Department:Financial Affairs Accounting
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Summary of Job Duties:The Accountant I performs entry of all internal and external requisitions, travel, personal reimbursements, expense/fund transfers, orders supplies, processes P & T card charges, and processes bids/RFPs for designated departments; Initiates entry of all transactions into college accounting system; Reviews accounting transactions to ensure proper methods are used in accordance with university and state regulations; Assists management in planning and budget activities; Performs receiving entries and accounts payable functions for designated cost centers and reconciles internal accounting system records; Prepares monthly reports for deans, directors, and department heads; Reviews transactions submitted to ensure that they are in accordance with university, state, and federal purchasing regulations; Assists in developing new accounting procedures to resolve data processing problems; Communicates regularly with college staff, deans, internal and external vendors concerning financial affairs.
This position is 100% remote but will need to live within 100-mile radius to attend in person meetings as required by department.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education of a bachelor's degree in accounting or other business related field from an accredited institution of higher education
At least one year of experience working in accounting or related field
Applicable equivalencies may be considered for the above qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
At least two years of experience in accounting or a related field
Experience using Workday
Experience using QuickBooks accounting software
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of university and state procurement rules and regulations, accounting principles, data management, and customer service techniques
Ability to apply policies and procedures and other applicable regulations associated with departments and college
Additional Information:
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Recruitment Contact Information:
Accounting Manager
[email protected]
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity:N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:N/A
Benefits Eligible:Yes
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or other business related field
- At least one year of experience working in accounting or related field
- Knowledge of university and state procurement rules and regulations and accounting principles
- Ability to apply policies, procedures, and applicable regulations associated with departments and college
- Pass criminal background check and sex offender registry check (pre-employment screening)
- Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on first day of employment
- At least two years of experience in accounting or a related field
- Experience using Workday
- Experience using QuickBooks accounting software
What We Do
The University of Arkansas System is a public higher-education system serving Arkansas through multiple campuses, a medical school, law schools, community colleges, and statewide research and extension units. It provides academic programs, professional training, agricultural and scientific research, and public-service outreach to support workforce development and community needs. The system coordinates educational resources, advances research, and expands access to learning and healthcare across the state.
