Financial Accountant I

Job Title

Financial Accountant I

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service

Department

Administrative Support

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Texas A&M AgriLife

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Texas A&M AgriLife is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

• Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
• Texas A&M AgriLife Research
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Texas A&M University
• Texas A&M Forest Service
• Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M AgriLife brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M AgriLife is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

Click here to learn more about how you can be a part of AgriLife and make a difference in the world!

Position Information

We are seeking a Financial Accountant I who under direction, performs entry-level professional accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor First Call ticketing system and respond timely to all ticket requests. Expected response time between 24-48 hours. 25%
• Research unidentified ACH payments for Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service. 25%
• Provide excellent customer service for all units within Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service and Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. 5%
• Establish all new customer setup requests in FAMIS for Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Extension Service and Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. This process requires personal log-in to the IRS website to verify vendor existence through the TIN Matching program. 15%
• Monitor official Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service receipt book distribution and use. Confirm compliance with System policies and record retention guidelines. 5%
• Prepare and process monthly payroll and insurance entries in FAMIS for Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory.10%
• Prepare and verify correct coding and authorized signatures on all deduct from expense (DFE) and deduct from income (DFI) requests for Texas Medical Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. 5%
• Monitor and fulfil all deposit-related supply requests for Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Service units including but not limited to, deposit bags, deposit books, stamps. 5%
• Performs other duties as assigned. 5%

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Accounting experience in a business office.

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexible work schedules and remote work options may be available for this position, depending on the nature of the role and employee eligibility, in accordance with AgriLife Alternate Work Location Procedures.