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 requires advanced expertise in Workday financial modules to prepare complex reports, variance analyses, and long-range projections for strategic planning.
  • Candidates will collaborate with grants and contracts offices while providing training to faculty on financial policies and Workday best practices.

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 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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