Accounting Specialist
- Employer
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Location
- Knoxville, TN
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- Administrative Jobs
- Institutional & Business Affairs, Business & Financial Management
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Accounting SpecialistThe Department of Geography & Sustainability invites applications for a full-time, non-exempt Accounting Specialist position. Reporting to the Business Manager, the Accounting Specialist is a vital member of the department’s administrative and leadership team.This position provides essential financial services for the Geography & Sustainability programs and performs a variety of financial duties in the areas of general ledger accounting, financial reporting of account balances, reconciliation of multiple accounts, budget preparation, and payroll.
Qualifications
Responsibilities
- Maintain accounting records for grants and contracts, cost centers, course fees, and gift accounts.Review, analyze, and verify financial documents to determine the appropriate adherence to University fiscal policies and federal, state, local, and private agency guidelines.Provide solutions and make decisions based on interpretation of basic accounting principles, established methods and precedents.Reconcile monthly financial ledgers, procurement cards, and distribute charges/credits to designated financial accounts in IRIS.Process time entry in IRIS for biweekly and monthly payroll.Post accounting transactions in IRIS such as invoices, transfers, and consultant payments.Assist the Business Manager with preparation of annual budgets and personnel documents.Gather, maintain, and interpret data for reports. Maintain open communication and collaboration within the department’s administrative and leadership team.
- High School Diploma or GED plus 4-5 years of accounting experience.Knowledge of general business practices and basic accounting skills.Ability to learn new procedures.Knowledge of financial systems and ability to develop and maintain regular reports from a financial/accounting system.Knowledge of Microsoft Office.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
- Associates degree in accounting/business related field.Excellent computer skills. Knowledge of IRIS/SAP, Marketplace, Concur, ARGOS.Knowledge of business practices, accounting rules, regulations, policies and procedures in Higher Education.Ability to analyze and interpret financial data for post awards, course fee revenue, gift accounts, and cost centers.Skill in managing simultaneous deadlines and working in a team-oriented environment.Ability to take initiative, interpret fiscal policy, and make decisions with established methods.Ability to work both independently and on collaborative projects.
Job: Other Admin Asst/Secr/Clerical
Primary Location: US-Tennessee-knoxville
Organization: Geography & Sustainability
Schedule: Full-time
Job Posting: Aug 5, 2022, 9:04:32 AM
Organization
Working at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Founded in 1794, the University of Tennessee is one of the nation’s oldest and most storied public universities. Based in Knoxville, Tennessee’s flagship land-grant institution includes the statewide Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute in Tullahoma. The university embodies excellence in teaching, discovery, scholarship, research, creative activity, outreach, and engagement. Known as the Volunteers, we lead with a spirit of selflessness, empathy, and courage, and strive to be champions for diversity, equity, and inclusion
UT Knoxville is a Research 1 university with 11 academic colleges and more than 900 programs of study. With an enrollment of more than 30,000 students, our academic programs are repeatedly ranked top in their class. The university co-manages Oak Ridge National Laboratory, the country’s most prominent national lab, driving innovation in advanced manufacturing and materials, national security, and more. We are closely connected with our communities through outreach and extension efforts across Tennessee and through partnerships with non-profits, corporations, and industries—regionally, nationally, and around the globe.
The city of Knoxville is nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The modern, thriving community is surrounded by gorgeous lakes and hundreds of miles of walking, hiking, and biking trails. Situated along the banks of the Tennessee River, our beautiful features an eclectic music scene, internationally recognized festivals, unique restaurants, and a robust offering of diverse cultural activities. Knoxville is located within a day’s drive of Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, Charlotte, Louisville, Cincinnati, Memphis, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
Knoxville and the surrounding counties have a population of more than 850,000 people. The region houses many leading corporations and organizations, including Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Pilot/Flying J, the Tennessee Valley Authority, and Regal Cinemas, along with HGTV, Food Network, and other networks owned by Discovery Inc.
As a member of the UT family, you will be surrounded by top-notch faculty, staff, and students from around the world. You will be part of a diverse campus community that is passionate about changing the world and cheering for the Vols on game day.
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