Accountant I

San Marcos, TX Texas State University Accountant I Posting Number: 2026767 Location: San Marcos Department: Support Services Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting Job Type: Full-Time Monthly Salary: $3,646 Job Category: Non-Exempt Required Qualifications Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting,account reconciliation, billing, payment processing, and financialrecord management. Ability to analyze financial data, identify discrepancies, andresolve accounting and transaction-related issues. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularlyExcel, for financial analysis and reporting. Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solvingskills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meetdeadlines Strong verbal and written communication skills and the abilityto provide professional customer service to students, faculty,staff, vendors, and external stakeholders. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, andregulations while maintaining a high degree of accuracy andattention to detail. Ability to perform mathematical calculations and prepareaccurate financial reports and documentation. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, BusinessAdministration, or a related field. One year of professional accounting, bookkeeping, financialreporting, auditing, or reconciliation experience. Experience working in higher education, auxiliary services,dining services, or a comparable business environment. Experience with SAP, Banner, or similar financial managementsystems. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas, andfinancial reporting tools. Job Description Support Services within the Division of Student Success is seekinga detail-oriented and customer-focused Accountant I to support thefinancial operations of the University Dining program. Thisposition is responsible for processing, recording, reconciling,auditing, and analyzing financial transactions; preparing financialreports; managing billing activities; monitoring account balancesand transaction activity; and ensuring compliance with universitypolicies and applicable regulations. The Accountant I reviews andapproves payments, invoices, vouchers, and supportingdocumentation, assists with purchasing and payment processes, andserves as a key resource for financial inquiries from students,vendors, and campus stakeholders. Working closely with SupportServices leadership, Student Business Services, Accounts Payable,and external vendors, this position helps ensure accurate financialreporting, timely billing and collections, and effectivestewardship of university resources. Job Duties Financial Reporting Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financialreports for Dining Services and auxiliary operations in DSS supportservices. Monitor financial performance, identify variances, and providerecommendations to support informed decision-making. Assist with budget monitoring, forecasting, and financialplanning activities. Account Reconciliation and Customer Support Reconcile student, departmental, vendor, and auxiliary accountsto ensure accurate financial records. Research and resolve account discrepancies, transaction issues,and customer inquiries. Provide financial support and customer service to students,vendors, and campus departments. Purchasing and Expense Management Process purchases and financial transactions in compliance withuniversity policies and procurement procedures. Monitor expenditures, maintain supporting documentation, andtrack operational expenses. Assist with work order and expenditure tracking to supportdepartmental operations. Billing and Payment Processing Process, review, and reconcile billings, payments, invoices,vouchers, and deposits. Coordinate with Student Business Services, Accounts Payable,and other university departments to ensure timely collection ofrevenues and payment of vendors. Research and resolve billing and payment discrepancies whilemaintaining compliance with applicable policies andregulations. Other Duties Perform other related duties as assigned in support of DiningServices and Support Services operations Additional Information to Applicants Job Open Date: 09/01/2026 Job Close Date: 09/14/2026 Open Until Filled: No Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday,Friday Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM Legal and Required Notices Texas State University is committed to a policy ofnon-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardlessof race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age,marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basisprotected by federal or state law in employment, educationalprograms, and activities and admissions. Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon theoutcome of record checks and verifications including, but notlimited to, criminal history, driving records, education records,employment verifications, reference checks, and employmenteligibility verifications. In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete theForm I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity andauthorization to work in the United States. Texas State Universityparticipates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon thesuccessful verification of work authorization. Employees arerequired to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy theconditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and theuniversity makes no implicit or explicit promises to financiallysupport visa or permanent residency applications. About Texas State and San Marcos Texas State University is a emerging research institution locatedin the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautifulTexas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in theTexas State University System and one of the 75 largestuniversities in the country, with over 38,000 students andapproximately 4,000 faculty and staff Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over50,000 people located about half way between Austin and SanAntonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texasuniversities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River andthe stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charmof the university's picturesque setting. Our location on the banksof the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activitiesthroughout the year. Why work @ Texas State? Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting yourfirst day of employment for full-time employees with Texas Statepaying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for yourdependents! Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and manymore! Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendlyresources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellnessprogram Great professional development opportunities: choose from avariety of workshops, training, online learning and even accesseducational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academiccourses An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networksoffered on and off-campus Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans andvoluntary saving options with generous employer contributions #J-18808-Ljbffr