Accountant

Position vacancy Announcement: 

Florida A&M University is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Accountant vacancy.

Responsibilities
The incumbent in this position will process financial transactions for Construction Accounting in the Workday system to include: inputting requisitions, monitoring purchase orders to ensure a proper and timely closing, auditing and receipt of all payment requests, submitting invoices to the Controller's Office and maintain invoice tracking log for Educational &General (E&G), Public Educational Capital Outlay (PECO), Capital Improvement Trust Fund (CITF), and other construction project funding. Maintain, monitor, review, and audit all departmental Accounts Payable functions to ensure vendors are paid promptly and resolve payment issues.

Review purchase order requests and invoices, date stamp, audit, prepare transmittal and route to management for approval; Monitoring legislative appropriations for Public Educational Capital Outlay (PECO), Capital Improvement Trust Fund (CITF), and other construction project funding and reconcile internal accounting records for project budgets and expenditures on a monthly basis.

Collect checks, money orders, cashier checks and prepare cash management deposit slips for deposit at the university Cash Management Office. Track all deposits on spreadsheet in Dropbox; Assist with department year end closing data submission for University Financial Statements; Generate reports for Facilities, Planning, Construction and Safety areas as needed; Assist with other FPC&S departments accounting transactions; Perform other related duties as required to meet the needs of the University.

Working Hours
Daily from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Total hours per week 40.0

Monetary Responsibility

Assist in effective expenditure and accounting for funds allocated to the department.

Statement of Responsibility for Confidential Data
Discretion must be exercised in dealing with sensitive information while operating under the Florida Sunshine Law.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalency and four years related experience; or a bachelor's degree in appropriate area of specialization.

Recommended Competencies
Knowledge of basic arithmetic;

Knowledge of office operations and procedures;
Knowledge of computer software applications (spreadsheets, word processing, AIM database, & Workday);
Knowledge of problem-solving techniques;
Knowledge of methods of data collection;
Ability to apply University and departmental policies and procedures;
Ability to work independently;
Ability to communicate effectively, written & verbal;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to organize data in logical format;
Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;
Ability to maintain fiscal records; and,
Attention to detail.

Required Licenses / Certifications / Other Specific Requirements of Law
This position requires a background check and/or fingerprinting.
This position is responsible for meeting the requirements of Section 215.422, Florida Statutes, as amended regarding the approval and/or processing of vendors' invoices and/or distribution of warrants to vendors.
Maintain a Valid Driver's License

University Support Personnel Services (USPS) positions are career service jobs where terms and conditions are generally recognized through collective bargaining agreements and/or state statute.

In accordance with Florida Statute 112.219, relevant work experience may substitute for the required education: 4 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s, or 6 years in lieu of a Master’s.

How to Apply:
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must  include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Workday. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law. 

Conditions of Employment: 
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference  checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational  documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment. 

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment.  Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof  of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment. 

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of  any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of  the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person’s period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if  currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide  documentation. 

Reasonable Accommodation: 
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA),  please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of  the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800)  955-8771. 

Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University:

Florida A&M University is an equal opportunity employer.

Veterans':

Preference will be given to eligible Veterans’ and spouses of Veterans' as required by Florida Statutes.