Accountant I/II

Overview Accountant I/II (Job No: 540586) • Location: Main Campus, Gainesville, FL • Work Type: Full Time • Department: 11040000 - RE-BUSINESS OFFICE • Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Veteran's Preference Eligible Responsibilities Reconciles UF Research operating projects for the Assistant Director of Accounting's review and initiates necessary corrections. Manages cash-based projects for UF Research; tracks multi-year projects through the full commitment lifecycle (creation, funding transfers, extensions, expense reviews, closures); generates expired project listings monthly; provides back-up for IDC and VPDSR shared inboxes. Reviews financial charges based on UF fiscal policy, confirms proper documentation, and approves them in the PeopleSoft system; ensures purchases comply with UF Procurement Directives and Procedures; records equipment in myAssets. Provides financial reports for UF Research operating cost centers to directors periodically or upon request. Assists the Finance Director and the Assistant Director of Accounting with special projects as assigned. Qualifications Required: Accountant I: A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Accountant II: A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience. Preferred skills and experience Critical thinking, problem solving, and excellent verbal and written communication; professional interaction with administration, staff, students, and the public. Excellent computer skills; proficiency in PeopleSoft, Workday, Enterprise Analytics, Concur, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks and time, make responsible decisions, work independently, analyze problems, and implement solutions. Excellent customer service, self-motivation, and attention to detail. Experience managing multi-year award programs. Experience preparing or auditing expense reconciliations at UF. Understanding of UF purchasing, disbursement and travel directives; internal controls at UF; and the F&A Cost Return & Use Policy. Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Equal Opportunity University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Veterans' preference is available; applicants claiming this preference should provide required documentation. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Florida