Accountant I - Research Administration

Posting Details

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information


This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition
202600104S


Title
Accountant I - Research Administration


FLSA status
Exempt


Hiring Salary


This position is a pay grade 09. Please see Pay Grade Table at: .

Occupational Category
Professional


Department
Associate Controller - Financial Reporting


Division
Division of Finance and Operations


Open Date
04/20/2026


Open Until Filled
Yes


Educational and Experience Requirement


Bachelor's degree in Accounting or degree in Business related field from a four-year college. No prior experience required. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position


Performs simple post-award accounting and financial reporting, including recording, analysis, and reporting of financial data related to grants, as well as basic administrative operation duties for the Office of Research Administration (ORA), and provides post-award guidance to faculty and staff.

Primary Responsibilities


Prepares invoices and reports for reimbursement from federal, state, and other agencies. Assembles data and prepares financial reports for State Controller's Office and Federal agencies. Performs reconciliations for various accounts. Audits accounts, vouchers, cash receipts, and reports. Posts and establishes new accounts as needed. Enters transactions and runs computer programs. Handles budget and cash transfers to include fund transfers. Stays current on issues concerning Higher Education and Research Administration. Oversees and assembles data from books of original entry and control records pertaining to grants and contracts. Prepares and analyzes various special, quarterly, monthly, and ad hoc reports and invoices. Receives and processes payments from sponsors for reimbursement. Interprets and explains University policies/procedures related to post/award grant budgets and allowable spending. Identifies and incorporates continuous changes in federal, state, and/or local policies ensuring University and department compliance. Provides accurate and timely entry of budgetary transactions, including Electronic Personnel Action Forms (EPAFs) and payroll redistributions. Provides guidance and assistance to principal investigators and department staff to determine how to effectively implement grant projects. Examines compliance requirements to determine that Sam Houston State University (SHSU) meets all guidelines and adheres to various sponsor regulations. Performs evaluations as needed to adjust grant budgets per sponsor guidelines. Assists with project closures and record retention management to ensure contractual obligations and compliance requirements are met, including assisting with various internal and external audit reviews. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications


Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. Ability to gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts.

Full Time Part Time
Full Time


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EEO Statement


EEO Statement


Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.

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