Accounts Payable: Accountant 2

Accountant 2

Requisition ID req29820 Working Title Accounts Payable: Accountant 2 Position Grade 12 Position Summary

The University of New Mexico, Office of the University Controller, also known as Financial Services, located on Main Campus is responsible for all central accounting functions for the University.

It is the responsibility of the Controller's Office to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies, including state and federal audit requirements, following generally accepted accounting practices. Additionally, the Organization oversees the maintenance of the official financial records of the University.

Within Financials Services is the Accounts Payable Department (A/P) which has an exciting opportunity for an Accountant 2!

Accounts Payable is seeking a dedicated and dependable individual to join their team as an Accountant 2. The department is responsible for all University non-payroll, non-financial aid disbursements. These include payments to vendors, employees, and students using purchase orders and Chrome River expense reports.

The successful candidate will perform accounting functions such as 1099 reporting departmental billings, posting, and processing payments. Also, third-party invoice payments, financial queries, data analysis and preparation of month-end reconciliations. Other responsibilities include analyzing financial and operating data, reviewing, and processing routine accounting data, and miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. The successful candidate should possess excellent customer service skills and to be flexible as daily priorities change.

Accounts Payable is also looking for someone who works well with others, is willing to learn new skills, The preferred candidate will be a self-starter with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to establish priorities and complete projects on time, an eye for details and the ability to effectively organize, coordinate, and complete a wide range of concurrent activities.

UNM is one of the top employers in New Mexico and offers great benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, discounts for sporting and other events, retirement plans, as well as generous leave allowances including paid parental leave.

Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's education, experience, and qualifications.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 12 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current UNM experience is highly desired

• Assisting with payment applications and invoicing

• Processing refunds as required

• Experience with Banner from an accounting perspective

• Handling Banner activities including rebuilding/backdating funds, un-applying payments, and setting up agencies in the system

• Assisting the Billing/Cash team as necessary regarding deposits, Chrome River approvals, and Effort Certifications

• Effective time management skills to provide multiple ongoing works tasks to meet deadlines

• Experience communicating effectively at different levels of the organization, both verbally and in writing

• Experience and Proficient in MS Excel to analyze/interpret financial data and prepare reports

• Experience with understanding, and applying University, Federal, State and Agency policies and terms & conditions

• Experience with analysis, reconciliation, and balancing of financial data

• Experience with creating financial statements, general ledger functions and processing month-end and year-end close process.

Additional Requirements Campus Main

• Albuquerque, NM Department Accounts Payable (113A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular

• Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3967.20-$5191.33 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 7/2/2024 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement Remote/Hybrid work options may be available contingent upon the selected candidate successfully completing trial or probationary period based on performance of duties and responsibilities of the position and meeting expectations of the Manager and department. Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Applicants must provide a cover letter communicating the interest in the position and how the preferred qualifications are met, provide names and contact information for at least 3 supervisory references, on the application form, indicate whether it is okay to contact current and prior supervisors. Official transcripts and evidence of licensure (if applicable), will be required of the selected candidate. The resumé should include a complete work history, replete with beginning and ending dates of employment (Month and Year).

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.