Financial Accountant II

Job Title Financial Accountant II

Agency Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department Accounting Office

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location Texarkana, Texas

Job Type Staff

Job Description

Responsible for properly performing work requiring the application, concepts, practices, and terminology of accounting. This position is responsible for maintaining and coordinating inventory and property records and the policies governing inventory and property control. Responsible for recording financial transactions, maintaining accurate and complete financial records, and providing management reports necessary for efficient operations. Responsible for grant draws and preparation of grant reporting. Additional responsibilities include processing accounting entries to the Financial Accounting Management Information System (FAMIS), the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS) and other accounting systems as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for TAMU-T inventory of capital assets including but not limited to: all inventory of equipment

assignment of “Inventory Numbers” and “Property of Labels” to all university purchases as mandated by the state inventory control policies

moving all surplus equipment to surplus storage

coordination of all property transfers to efficiently relocate property to School Districts, Computer Recovery, Prison Systems, and Departments within the university or other state agencies

updating barcoding system for accurate record keeping

monthly reconciliation of inventory

assisting Assistant Controller and Controller with data entry, data analysis, reconciliation, and preparation of fiscal information

Acts as: State Agency Property Manager, administrator of surplus sales, inventory liaison with State Comptroller’s Office, Texas Building and Procurement Commission, State Auditor’s Office and liaison between faculty and vendors.

Performs accounting functions necessary to maintain capital (fixed)assets (FFX) in Financial Accounting Management Information System (FAMIS) and the Capital Asset Note Submission System (CANSS).

Records all Construction in Progress projects. Reconcile project dollars to be reclassified to assigned class codes.

Prepares annual inventory reconciliation for annual financial report.

Enter warrant hold drawdowns from state in USAS.

Prepares grant draws and various grant reports.

Prepares and enters journal entries, voucher corrections, cash receipts, and other necessary entries into the financial accounting system.

Prepares monthly endowment entries for submission to System office and prepare quarterly endowment reconciliation

Reviews daily disbursements for compliance with accounting policies and procedures. Prepares vouchers for mailing.

Analyze financial data. Develop schedules and prepare financial reports.

Assist with the preparation of the Annual Financial Report (AFR).

Must be able to make independent and informed accounting decisions based upon generally accepted accounting principles and perform these functions in multiple and varied accounting systems.

This position is responsible for communication and interaction with students, faculty, staff, and external parties. Duties include providing solutions to conflicts and discrepancies.

Conducts training for the university administration, departmental managers, and staff under the supervision of the Assistant Controller and Controller.

Works with Assistant Controller and Controller on additional financial accounting reports for capital assets submitted to include but not limited to Legislative Budget Board and the Texas A&M University System.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

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

Two (2) years of related experience.

Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Oral and written communication skills.

Customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Knowledge of federal and state regulations, fund accounting, and higher education accounting or auditing

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well independently

Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and assess risk and determine compliance

Other Requirements

Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Experience with MS Office

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work well independently

Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and assess risk and determine compliance

Ability to work as a member of a team.

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to occasionally travel and work beyond normal working office hours

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by 06/12/2026

To apply: Upload your cover letter, CV/resume, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu .

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply ):

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, A&M-Texarkana is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance:

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value)

Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse

Employee and Children

Employee and Family coverage

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• 75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees, their spouses and children

Time Off:

• 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month

• 8 hours of sick leave paid time off every month

• 8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave

• 12-15 paid holidays each year

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Professional Development via LinkedIn Learning

Employee Assistance Program

On Campus Wellness Opportunities

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.