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Job Summary:
Performs accounting and/or auditing duties and assists higher level accountants with general accounting work to ensure the accurate recording and reporting of a unit's financial transactions. May specialize in a specific field of accounting such as payroll, cash management, accounts payables/receivables, data control, and/or related fields.
Job Description:
* Develops, organizes, prepares and updates moderately complex financial statements, journals, accounts, ledgers and reports for various financial needs within an automated financial system to ensure accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions.
* Analyzes financial reports, data and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates and recommends solutions as needed.
* Develops and maintains automated financial systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity.
* Audits reconciliations, journal entries, schedules, reports, and prepares working papers.
* Provides budget information and projections based on existing data and established policies and procedures.
Job Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
* Support financial operations for central IT, including telecommunications, network services, infrastructure, academic computing, applications, and security.
* Process and track financial activity for IT projects, software, hardware, contracts, and vendor services.
* Manage purchase requisitions and invoices across multiple IT cost centers.
* Track IT contracts, renewals, and service agreements, including costs and timelines.
* Prepare financial reports and summaries for leadership on spending, commitments, and balances.
* Assist with budget preparation, projections, and monthly reconciliations.
* Support audits, maintain documentation, and recommend process improvements.
* Handle sensitive financial and contract information with discretion.
Qualifications
* Experience in accounting, finance, or fiscal operations within higher education, IT, or a large, decentralized organization.
* Experience working in large ERP systems such as Workday or similar enterprise platforms.
* Familiarity with automated financial systems, procurement platforms, and budget reporting tools.
* Experience supporting multiple funding sources, including operating, capital, grants, or auxiliary accounts.
* Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
* Clear written and verbal communication skills and comfort working with both technical and non-technical staff.
* Proficiency with spreadsheets and financial reporting tools.
Submit a resume and cover letter outlining relevant accounting experience and interest in supporting a complex IT organization.
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Relevant experience | 3 Years | Required
Compensation:
$51, $77,
Interview Requirement:
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
EEO Statement:
The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Background Check Statement:
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