Extension Assistant Specialist - Accountant-1

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Base: $50,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Workday financial modules proficiency
Complex financial report preparation
Variance analysis and forecasting
This highly technical role supports the School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences by ensuring compliance with state, federal, and institutional requirements

Job Summary

  • This highly technical role supports the School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences by ensuring compliance with state, federal, and institutional requirements.
  • The position involves preparing complex financial reports, variance analyses, and long-range projections to aid strategic decision-making for leadership.
  • Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and possess 1-3 years of progressive accounting experience with Workday expertise.

Matching Summary

This highly technical role supports the School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences by ensuring compliance with state, federal, and institutional requirements.

Salary

Base: $50,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Workday financial modules proficiency
  • Complex financial report preparation
  • Variance analysis and forecasting
  • State and federal compliance knowledge
  • General ledger oversight and reconciliations

Nice-to-have

  • Higher education accounting experience
  • Public sector accounting background
  • Grant and contract tracking expertise
  • Faculty training and technical assistance
  • Strategic fiscal planning collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or Finance
  • 1-3 years progressive accounting experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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