Unleash YOUR Potential With Us
As a next-generation public research institute, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.
The Opportunity:
University Accountant III assists in planning and performing financial operations activities in Financial Reporting for the University of Central Florida. The selected candidate will be employed by the University of Central Florida as a member of the institution's central office of Financial Affairs under the leadership of the University's Chief Financial Officer.
Responsibilities:
Prepare/review routine and non-routine journal entries ensuring that each transaction is valid, complete, accurate, properly authorized, properly classified, and recorded in the appropriate period with supporting cross referenced documentation to support these assertions.
Assist in the preparation of the University's financial statements.
Assist in the development of accounting policies and procedures. Document business processes related to newly implemented Workday ERP system. Regularly monitor and evaluate internal controls and recommend improvements to strengthen their effectiveness and efficiency.
Perform financial analysis of general ledger activity and prepare variance explanations/executive level summaries based on corroborating evidence.
Prepare and review account reconciliations and audit schedules. Respond to management and audit requests.
Support month-end closing process and management of deadlines.
Informs, guide, and assist the directors, managers, and staff within various university departments about university accounting policies and procedures.
Support implementation of new accounting standards and documentation of conclusions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 6+ years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Microsoft Excel experience
Accounting or Finance degree
Higher Education experience
Experience with Workday or similar ERP
Financial Reporting experience
Additional Application Materials Required:
Please submit cover letter and resume along with application submittal.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
Remote work schedule available.
Are Benefits Important to You?
Working at UCF has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:
Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays
Retirement savings options
Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
Education assistance
Flexible work environment
And more…For more benefits information, go to the UCF Employee Benefits page
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Who Are We?
Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, Ph.D.'s., certificates, and more.
Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.
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Department
Financial and Accounting - Budget - Operations
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, flexible start & end times
Type of Appointment
Regular
Expected Salary
$64,518.00 to $75,000.00
Job Posting End Date
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
As an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, UCF encourages all qualified applicants to apply, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement can be viewed at http://www.oie.ucf.edu/documents/PresidentsStatement.pdf.
As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.