Financial Accountant II

Job Title Financial Accountant II Agency Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service Department Administrative Support Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location College Station, Texas Job Type Staff 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. Position Information We are seeking a Financial Accountant II who independently performs moderately complex financial and administrative activities related to banking operations, deposits, financial processing, accounts receivable support, and shared services support. Responsibilities Coordinate and process complex deposits and banking transactions for supported AgriLife agencies. Independently assist departments with submission, processing, and resolution of financial transactions through institutional financial systems. Prepare and process financial uploads, deposits, reimbursement activity, payroll-related entries, and other transactional items; research and resolve related discrepancies. Review financial documents for accuracy, coding, approvals, and compliance with established procedures; resolve routine deficiencies and exceptions. Research, analyze, and resolve returned payments, ACH activity, credit card transactions, unidentified payments, and other banking-related exceptions. Monitor and coordinate shared communications, service requests, and ticketing activities; research and resolve assigned financial and customer support issues. Monitor compliance with institutional cash handling procedures, resolve routine compliance concerns, and elevate significant concerns to management as appropriate. Maintain records and documentation and provide knowledgeable customer service support related to financial and banking operations. Assist with accounts receivable activities and related financial operations as needed. Recommend improvements to assigned financial processes and procedures and assist with implementation of approved changes. Provide cross-functional operational support and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and related experience. Two years of Related experience. Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong computer, communication, accounting/bookkeeping, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to multitask, maintain attention to detail, and work cooperatively with others. Ability to independently interpret and apply financial procedures and institutional guidelines. Ability to research and resolve financial discrepancies and transactional issues. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas A&M AgriLife