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Institution: Texas Tech University
Institution URL: https://www.ttu.edu/
Position Title: Financial Manager- State Appropriations Management
Duties: Direct, coordinate, and evaluate the activities of personnel engaged in the management of appropriation accounting. Assist in oversight of responsible funds and appropriation management by performing compliance reviews and edit checks to monitor accounting records for accuracy. Assist with audits (internal or external) when needed. Contribute to the development and implementation of institutional policy and procedure and campus-wide training programs for university staff. Contribute to the development, testing and implementation of automation projects including Dynamic Forms, Cognos reports, RPA, Power BI and IT applications.Assist in establishing university funds specific to appropriations and perform fund and appropriation close-out procedures, as necessary. Monitor & maintain funds including proactive communication with university departments and fund and organizational managers as issues develop, assistance as needed in processing fund transactions, and all other items as applicable. Monitor and maintain appropriations including proactive communications with central offices such as Payroll, Budget and Payment Services and the Texas State Comptrollers Office's assigned Appropriation Control Officer. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial data in the Uniform State Accounting System (USAS) including reconciliations to Banner balances, payroll and benefit reconciliations, set up and maintenance of appropriation data, and processing other required transactions and reports related to state appropriations as assigned including but not limited to the Method of Finance, SORM payment, Binding Encumbrance reporting, tuition remittances, USAS/ABEST reconciliation, bond reimbursements, transfers between components, and related annual AFR entries.
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in a job related field plus five years’ experience related to the assigned area; OR a combination or education and/or related experience equal to nine years.
Preferred Education: Accounting Degree of business-related degree with accounting/finance related work experience. CGFM certification is helpful.
Preferred Qualifications: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advance Excel experience; Ability to identify problems, evaluate options and implement solutions; Ability to communicate effectively in writing for the need of the audience; Experience performing complex reconciliations; Experience with appropriation accounting and/or the Texas Uniform State Accounting System (USAS).
About Institution: Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
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EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
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Name: Ms. Elizabeth Armenta Saavedra
Institution URL: www.UNTSystem.edu
Position Title: Senior Reporting Analyst - Accounting
Position Salary: Salary Commensurate With Experience and Qualifications
Duties: · Oversees and/or prepares monthly and annual operating statements, financial statements, and reports, including coordinating data compilation and submission of electronic financial statement data for UNT, UNT Health Science Center, UNT Dallas, UNT System Administration and UNT System Consolidated to the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) · Prepares or reviews other state or federal financial reports, such as Source and Uses report to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and IPEDS report to the Department of Education. · Develops, coordinates, or produces complex reports for monitoring and reporting financial information, including performing data validations and recommending improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures. · Researches and implements external authoritative accounting pronouncements in accordance with GASB (Governmental Accounting Standards Board). · Develops and implements internal financial policies and procedures. · Assists external auditors and audit team with the documentation, PBCs, or other information needed for the completion of externally audited financial statements. · Monitors the accounting transactions for the state appropriations provided to UNT System and component institutions to ensure adequate and appropriate accounting and processing controls and compliance with the provisions of the General Appropriation Act and relevant state statutes and regulations. · Performs advanced data analytics and assessments to meet compliance standards, assess management controls, and enable early detection of weaknesses, compliance failure, or fraud exposure. · May oversee the development and use of management control procedures to determine compliance with agency policies, plans, and procedures, and state and federal statutes. · Analyzes cumulative period reports and status of fund reports on state and local funds and conducts the continuous reviews and analyses necessary in controlling the expenditure of funds and in developing stable expenditure patterns. · Supervises the work of others. · Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field related field and five years of accounting experience; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:· Current Texas CPA license, ability to gain via reciprocity, or intent to obtain CPA within one year· Experience in Texas public higher education and State reporting requirements· Experience with accounting for debt and/or investment management· Experience with Workiva· Experience with Peoplesoft· Experience with the Texas Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS)· Experience with Power BI/report-writing software· Exceptional Microsoft skills to include Excel and Access· Ability to plan, organize and effectively manage multiple assignments· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across departments
Other Information: The System Admin Controller Department at the University of North Texas System is seeking to hire a Senior Reporting Analyst to join our team. Serves as a lead accountant and performs highly complex (senior-level) accounting work. Work involves preparing and/or overseeing the preparation of financial analyses and reports, establishing, maintaining, and/or overseeing accounting systems, procedures, and controls. Supervises the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
About Institution: The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values atwww.UNTSystem.edu
URL to Apply: https://careers.untsystem.edu/jobs/senior-reporting-analyst-denton-texas-united-states
EEO Statement: The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.
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