Financial Accountant II

Job TitleFinancial Accountant II Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Research Department Administrative Services Staff Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCollege Station, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description About Texas A&M AgriLife Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Texas A&M AgriLife Research College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University Texas A&M Forest Service Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service. Responsibilities Audits accounts payable documents for payment using Aggie Buy and FAMIS for Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and TVMDL. Documents and transactions are audited to ensure compliance with AgriLife, TAMUS, State and Federal procedures and purchasing rules and regulations. Responsible for daily check production/distribution. Provides customer support to department business offices. Answers inquiries from departments/units concerning purchasing guidelines and regulations. Contact vendors to assist departments/units in rectifying any vendor discrepancies. Report status of payments to departments/units or clients as needed. Audit/Review Oversight system for potential audit issues. Audit/review is compared with data in AggieBuy, Emburse and FAMIS. Coordinate with departments and Disbursements to clear or resolve any problems. Assists all Disbursements staff in other duties as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience plus an additional two (2) years of related experience. Preferred Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or closely related field. Two (2) years of accounting experience in a fiscal office. Experience with AggieBuy (web-based e-Commerce system) and Concur (e-Travel and payment card system). Expenditure (accounts payable and travel) audit experience with TAMUS member. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication, customer service and problem-solving skills. Ability to comprehend and apply rules and regulations. Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs. Ability to use standard office equipment and computers. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Working knowledge of Aggie Buy, Concur, FAMIS and USAS. Familiarity with Texas A&M AgriLife. Knowledge of disbursements department policies, procedures and practices. Knowledge of existing Texas State purchasing and travel rules and regulations. Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife? When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents. In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following: Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days of annual paid holidays Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacation each month Automatic enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr