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 informed decision-making through advanced financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting while ensuring regulatory compliance

Job Summary

  • This highly technical role supports informed decision-making through advanced financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting while ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • The position requires administering financial reporting activities, audits, internal controls, and advising leadership on fiscal strategy and risks.
  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance along with 1-3 years of progressive accounting experience.

Matching Summary

This highly technical role supports informed decision-making through advanced financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting while ensuring regulatory compliance.

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 experience

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
  • 1-3 years of progressive accounting experience
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the US
  • Experience with Workday financial modules
  • Background check clearance required

Work Rights

Not specified

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