Departmental Accountant

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Not specified
Microsoft office suite
Enterprise accounting software
Financial reports
The Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas is seeking a Departmental Accountant to manage fiscal operations for the Food Science department, including budget preparation, grant management, and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, supervisory experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Job Summary

  • The Departmental Accountant will be responsible for performing a wide variety of fiscal-related tasks for the Food Science department, including preparing and managing the annual departmental budget and ensuring accounting transactions are reflected accurately.
  • This position manages a direct report that assists with fiscal tasks including but not limited to, creating and submitting purchase requisitions, paying invoices and completing receipts in Workday, clearing departmental PCard expenses and managing fleet vehicle internal chargebacks.
  • The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Matching Summary

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The Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas is seeking a Departmental Accountant to manage fiscal operations for the Food Science department, including budget preparation, grant management, and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in accounting, supervisory experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Microsoft Office suite
  • enterprise accounting software
  • financial reports
  • fiscal regulations and guidelines

Nice-to-have

  • work-life balance
  • guidance and technical assistance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting
  • 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel
  • Analyze data and prepare financial reports
  • Interpret and apply laws, rules, or policies

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment

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