Extension Assistant Specialist - Accountant-1

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, AR, US
Base: $50,000; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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Workday financial modules proficiency
Complex financial report preparation
State and federal compliance knowledge
The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking an Extension Assistant Specialist - Accountant to support the School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences. The role requires advanced accounting skills, experience with financial reporting, and regulatory compliance, along with a minimum of 1-3 years of relevant experience

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 plays a critical role in supporting informed decision-making through detailed financial analysis, forecasting, and complex reporting.
  • Benefits are eligible for this regular staff position at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is seeking an Extension Assistant Specialist - Accountant to support the School of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Human Sciences. The role requires advanced accounting skills, experience with financial reporting, and regulatory compliance, along with a minimum of 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Workday financial modules proficiency
  • Complex financial report preparation
  • State and federal compliance knowledge
  • Variance analysis and forecasting
  • 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 skills

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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