Job Title
Financial Accountant III (Cooperative Extension Program)
Agency
Prairie View A&M University
Department
College Of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
Proposed Minimum Salary
$3,929.84 monthly
Job Location
Prairie View, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Under the general supervision of Director of Business Operations, the Financial Accountant III is responsible for reconciling financial accounts, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with institutional, federal, state, and sponsor requirements for USDA NIFA capacity awards. The position supports fiscal operations, enhances financial processes, and provides post-award financial administration for agricultural extension grants funded by NIFA (National Institute of Food and Agriculture). This role collaborates with faculty, administrators, and sponsors to maintain fiscal integrity and align with the college’s strategic objectives.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
This position may pay more than the salary listed above depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.
Responsibilities:
Account Reconciliation and Financial Reporting
Performs monthly reconciliations for all federal, state, local, and private accounts, including agricultural research federal and state appropriated funded projects.
Prepares financial reports for stakeholders and assists in year-end account closings and grant closeouts.
Audits financial transactions and documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Prepares, submits, and reconciles required federal and state financial reports, including SF-425 and other NIFA submissions.
Establishes and maintains internal tracking of individuals projects and/or programs on appropriated funding.
Grants Management and Compliance
Coordinates with the Research, Grants, and Contracts Office for award setup and account management.
Monitors cost-sharing requirements, expenditures, and compliance with sponsor terms and conditions.
Financial Oversight and Improvements
Uses data-driven methods to improve financial processes and internal controls.
Assists in developing and implementing process enhancements to align with institutional and sponsor requirements.
Provides technical guidance regarding accounting policies and ensures compliance with applicable regulations.
Post-Award Financial Support
Assists faculty and project administrators with post-award tasks, including tracking expenditures, cost transfers, and journal entries.
Facilitates communication with sponsors regarding revisions, approvals, and project amendments.
Provides assistance and support with financial data for project closeouts and audits.
Serves as a resource for researchers, department staff, and sponsors for financial-related inquiries.
Other
Performs additional duties to support the college’s strategic goals. Participates and assists in college-wide events, activities, committees and performs other duties as deemed necessary.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree Accounting, Business or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Four years of accounting experience in a business office.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities with attention to detail and accuracy.
Verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, proofreading and time management skills.
Ability to apply problem-solving skills to complex problems, prioritize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software.
Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with USDA funded grants, specifically for land-grant institutions.
Strong mathematical and comprehension skills.
Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel and FAMIS/Canopy, and/or Maestro.
Experience in sponsored research projects management and/or accounting. Experience within the A&M System or other university settings.
Experience interpreting and monitoring compliance with federal regulations, including Uniform Guidance and Code of Federal Regulations, as they pertain to sponsored research.
Progressively responsible budgeting and/or project administration experience.
Experience using FAMIS, Maestro, and Concur or Chrome River.
Special Requirements:
Applicants with equivalent experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree may be considered. One year of the related experience is the equivalent of one college year. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have four years of related experience to meet the equivalency in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree plus the minimum required years of experience. Applicants being considered for the equivalency must have a total of eight years of experience.
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
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/AffirmativeAction/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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.
