Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
101644
Title:
Accountant
Functional Title:
Accountant, Operating Financials & Systems
Category Status:
33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
1.00
Unit:
VPA-FM-FBO-Accounting & Financial Support
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Serve as a staff level position in Operating Financials & Systems. Primary responsibilities include Implementing the financial components of the Integrated Work Management System (FMS/Asset Works) and other internal systems (Agile) and supports the development and execution of the Workday Financial System. Executes FM’s work order, direct-credit card (Nelnet), and RSTAR billing processes. Updates system components including service agreements and space allocations to ensure accurate billing. Researches and resolves billing questions for internal and external customers. This position will recognize and identify underlying problems or issues, apply appropriate accounting and business principles, and present solutions to improve operations.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:
Exempt Benefits Summary
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred.
Experience:
- A minimum of six (6) years’ experience in an accounting or business operations unit.
- Experience ensuring business processes are in compliance with GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles).
Knowledge/Skills & Abilities:
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to adapt and improve business processes based on GAAP and related best practices.
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Excel; proficiency with spreadsheet development, manipulation, and electronic (financial) data analysis.
- Proficiency with various computer operating systems and business applications (e.g. Windows OS, MS Suite, Google app etc.), as well as Internet and email applications.
- Strong attention to detail orientation in order to justify and resolve account discrepancies.
- Strong customer/client relations skills with the ability to exercise professional judgment and tact, as well as interact effectively with a diverse customer base.
- Ability to gain a thorough knowledge of the university’s budgeting and accounting procedures, policies, and financial systems.
- Ability to learn from and train others.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Experience in governmental accounting and project accounting.
- Experience with Workday, Asset Works or other work order systems, including data retrieval and report generation techniques.
- Experience with determining the effectiveness of business processes and developing and implementing improvements as needed.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
For full and best consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references by October 6, 2023.
The hiring range for this position is $65,840 – $82,300.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Facilities Management (FM) supports the University of Maryland in its mission of achieving excellence as the State’s primary center of research and graduate education and the institution of choice for undergraduate students of exceptional ability and promise. We are responsible for the physical campus – its academic, research and administrative spaces, the building infrastructure, and the surrounding landscape. Our workforce of about 800 employees brings a rich diversity of backgrounds, talents, and skills to the management of this complex environment. We serve the campus community twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days per year.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Incumbent will work in an office environment. Telework eligible, subject to departmental approval, up to 2 x’s per week.
Posting Date:
09/15/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
10/06/2023
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.