Accountant I

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number

2023598

Posting/Functional Title

Accountant I

University Pay Plan Title

Accountant I

Location

San Marcos

Department

Student Business Services & Bursars

Recruitment Type

Open to All

Job Type

Full-Time

Monthly Salary

$2,600.00 - $3,250.00

Job Category

Non-Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Working knowledge of basic accounting/bookkeeping;
• Reconciliation experience;
• Customer service experience;
• Demonstrated attention to detail;
• Demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate in a verbal or written manner;
• The ability to prioritize workload, manage multiple tasks at once, and complete work within established deadlines;
• The ability to work as a team-member and interact with co-workers in a courteous and professional manner;
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products, with an emphasis on Word, Excel, and Outlook; and
• The ability to work extended hours during peak periods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher education experience in a Student Business Services/Cash Operations office;
• A working knowledge in SAP, Banner, or similar ERP system
• Experience with TouchNet payment system; and
• A bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Job Description

This position is responsible for monitoring university bank transactions, preparing entries in both the student accounting (Banner) and ERP ( SAP ) system, reconciling and performing account analysis, and providing customer assistance, as needed.

Job Duties

• Monitors all incoming and outgoing bank wires ( EFT / ACH ) in collaboration with cashiering, to ensure that they are recorded to the financial system ( SAP ) and student system (Banner) in a timely manner.
• Completes all necessary SAP transactions related to EFTs, returned items, petty cash, deposit corrections, change orders, and additional transactions as needed/assigned.
• Reconciles general ledger accounts for funds returned or received by the bank to ensure all items are properly posted to the financial system and/or student system.
• Performs analysis of discrepancies that arise in the bank wire confirmation and reconciliation process.
• Assists customers with SBS -related questions both in-person (cashiering lobby) and via phone and email, as needed and during peak periods.
• Performs bank transfers and cash blotter reconciliation.
• Other duties, as assigned.
  
  

Additional Information to Applicants

Job Open Date

05/30/2023

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)

06/13/2023

Open Until Filled

No

Normal Work Days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End

5:00PM

Posting Notices

You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/42772
Applicant Document
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation #1
2. DD 214/DD1300

Supplemental Questions

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