Project Accountant

Project Accountant Position Information Position Title: Project Accountant Department: Facilities Finance Posting Link: ""> Job Type: Full-Time Posting Detail Information Position Summary University Facilities Finance Department is seeking a meticulousand analytical Project Accountant to support the financialintegrity of projects through accurate reporting and robustreconciliation processes. This role ensures that all financialtransactions align with accounting standards, organizationalpolices/procedures, and multiple business reporting systems. Theideal candidate will play a key role in maintaining financialtransparency and supporting project success. This role reports directly to the Senior Project Accountant. Duties& responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reconcile project related financial transactions, includingaccounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, andinterdepartmental charges. Perform monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reconciliations ofproject accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness. Investigate and resolve discrepancies between project budgets,actuals, and various business systems. Maintain detailed records of reconciliations and adjustmentsfor audit and compliance purposes. Collaborate with project managers to ensure financial dataaligns with operational progress and milestones. Monitor project budgets to ensure sufficient funds areavailable for final purchases, payroll, etc. Prepare and analyze project cost reports, variance analysis,and statements. Outstanding Benefits Package Working at UB comeswith benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewardsincluding comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We alsofocus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personaland academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-lifeeffectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages . About The University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America'sleading public research universities and a flagship of the StateUniversity of New York system, recognized for our excellence andour impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public universitydedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activityand people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home,UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourcefulthinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach othersevery day. Visit our website to learn more about the University atBuffalo . Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by theirstart date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that itwill sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining workauthorization. University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunityemployer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to applyincluding veterans and individuals with disabilities Minimum Qualifications Associate degree with 2 years or Bachelors degree with 1 yearof experience with account reconciliations, general understandingof procurement and accounts payable processes. Intermediate Microsoft Excel Skills (use of logical (IF, AND,OR), lookup (VLOOKUP) formulas, applying and customizing filters,creating and modifying pivot tables) is a must. Demonstrated organization, time management, and problem solvingskills. Excellent writing skills to clearly articulate to other staffthe problem found and how to correct it. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Preferred Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. Physical Demands Salary Range $50,000 - $60,000 Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? Yes Contact Information Contact's Name: Kimberly Ferry Contact's Pronouns: Contact's Title: Senior Project Accountant Contact's Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Contact's Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Posting Dates Posted: 07/29/2026 Deadline for Applicants: Date to be filled: 08/31/2026 je-e9065036969343108fca160679bb2587 #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.