Open Positions

2019-09-13

The University of Texas at Dallas
   School Administrator - Behavioral and Brain Sciences
   Salary: Commensurate with experience

Duties
• Provides management and leadership to the Dean’s office staff and oversees all staff positions within BBS to ensure compliance with school and University policies and practices in support of the School’s mission. • Serves as primary liaison with campus business offices for all administrative matters. • Advises and assists all areas and programs with matters pertaining to policies and procedures. Ensures completion of faculty and staff appointments, evaluations, reclassifications and other organizational changes. Has responsibility for and oversight of daily staff human resources functions pertaining to the areas, programs, and centers within BBS. • Oversees and coordinates the use of facilities and equipment to assure facilities are well maintained and problems are addressed in a timely way on needed repairs. • Oversees and coordinates space inventory for the school, assists in the assignment of faculty and staff offices, and purchases and reassigns furnishings for those offices. • Works with area/department heads to address staff performance and issues of employee relations. Ensures staff are trained and kept up-to-date on policies and procedures impacting area/departments and their administration. • Represents the Dean and BBS to the rest of the university and community at large as requested. Acts as liaison with faculty, committees, members, donors, and/or other offices on and off campus. Serves on committees as requested. • Oversees all transactions involving faculty personnel actions and files including databases, logs, and general files, processing and/or supervising all correspondence and departmental forms. • Provides guidance to the Dean, Associate Deans, and area/department heads in general procedures and policy matters. Develops and updates procedures for the school while instructing and monitoring departmental staff and faculty on compliance of the procedures. • Supervises and trains the school’s administrative support staff to assure compliance of university and school procedures and policies. Serves as advisor on administrative issues related to different areas, programs, and centers. This includes mentoring and developing networking within this coordinator group to provide for an exchange of ideas, skills and peer development. • Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities • School Fiscal Officer and other members of the Dean’s office staff • Area and program coordinators/AA’s/administrative support positions in BBS Fiscal Responsibilities • Familiarity with faculty and staff budgets. Approval privileges on purchase orders, check requests, personnel actions, travel and entertainment expenditures. • Signature authority up to budget limit on all funds within/under the Dean of BBS.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree
Preferred Education
Master's degree in business, administration, or related field
Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree. • 7+ years of related administrative/business experience providing leadership and supervision in a university setting. • At least 3 years supervisory experience of administrative staff.
Preferred Qualifications
• Masters’ degree in business, administration, or a related field. • 10 + years related and progressive experience as an upper level administrator in an academic setting at a top tier research university. • Experience in managing, coordinating and resolving faculty and staff administrative matters including the promotion and tenure process; familiarity with course catalogs and schedules, financial and grant management, facilities management and other employee related matters. • 5+ years of supervisory experience of staff and/or faculty. • At least 3 years PeopleSoft experience and/or experience with similar financial management software used in higher education.
Other Details
Job Summary: Serves as an extension of the Dean of Behavioral and Brain Sciences (BBS) in accomplishing the initiatives and responsibilities of the School. Provides leadership and coordination for the administrative functions of all areas and programs in BBS. Oversees the day-to-day operation of the Dean’s office, including prioritizing office tasks and events. Works in conjunction with dean, area heads, program directors, and center directors on faculty and staff personnel actions and training and retention of staff with BBS. Serves as a representative of the University, displaying respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. Please apply online at https://jobs.utdallas.edu/postings/12707 This is a security sensitive position.
About
The University of Texas at Dallas is a rising research powerhouse with eight schools and more than 140 academic degrees including top-ranked programs in business, engineering, science, audiology and arts and technology. The campus community is enriched by a commitment to the arts, service learning opportunities and an athletics program with new esports teams. UTD students, faculty, staff and alumni continue to rise to new challenges, proving that Comets shine bright. The Carnegie Commission on Higher Education designated UT Dallas as an “R1” doctoral-granting university of the highest research activity. The faculty includes a Nobel laureate as well as members of the National Academy of Sciences and the National Academy of Engineering. The University of Texas at Dallas attracts a diverse group of students, staff and faculty members to the vibrant, dynamic and globally connected Dallas-Fort Worth area. UT Dallas ranks #2 as the fastest growing public doctoral university in the country according to The Chronicle of Higher Education, #1 as the best value public university in Texas on Forbes list of America's Best Value Colleges and for 7 years named a Best Value College by the Princeton Review.
Location
Richardson, Texas
Job Code — A00271

For more information or to apply online:
https://jobs.utdallas.edu/postings/12707

The University of Texas at Dallas is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer (M/F/D/V).

2019-09-12

University of North Texas
    Academic Research & Financial Officer
   Salary: commensurate with experience

Duties
The College of Health & Public Service Dean's Office at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire an Academic Research & Financial Officer to join our team. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: *Supports Dean and college leadership in strategic financial analyses to include financial forecasts/projections of current operations, predicts resource requirements for new programs, recommends financial alternatives if corrective action is deemed necessary, and prepares proforma financial analyses in support of evaluating strategic alternatives. * Directs and coordinates the administration of staff and academic hiring, compensation and payroll; advises on equity/market salary concerns and organizational impact of job grading and classification; assists in the development of hiring plans/projections and in the development of offer letters; prepares and reviews personnel forms for staff and faculty recruitment; and supervises other staff. * Serves as the chief financial officer for the college and is the principal financial advisor to the Dean. * Manages all functions associated with developing and monitoring the college's annual budget; works collaboratively with university financial officials in budget preparation, financial projections, and responds to requests for financial information in a timely manner; makes recommendations for budget reductions and/or reallocations. * Performs regular financial and personnel reviews for all sponsored project accounts in the college to ensure compliance with federal cost principles, University policy and sponsor terms and conditions. * Develops projections of project expenditures to determine need for additional funds, potential overruns, and supplemental requests to sponsors. Makes recommendations for corrections or budget transfers when needed. * Utilizes IT tools and software systems to provide meaningful financial management information to college leadership; performs financial analyses to assure effective, efficient allocation of resources; collects data from departments in support of ad-hoc financial projects. * Provides direction to department chairs and administrative coordinators in budget preparation, procurement, and compliance. * Tracks and reports on graduate student positions assigned to the college; manages the financial aspects of full-time faculty searches, part-time allocations, and planning for future searches; prepares financial statements for departments as requested or directed by college leadership; reviews and approves personnel actions (ePARs) for the College. * Tracks and monitors non-appropriated accounts to include instructional fees, foundation accounts, grants and contracts. * Ensures compliance with foundation MOUs and accountability with donative intent or time requirements. * Ensures compliance with federal cost principles for grants or contracts to include 2CFR200 (Uniform Guidance). * Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, spending guidelines and cost principles to include but not limited to the Texas General Appropriation Act, Internal Revenue Code, Uniform Guidance, and endowment MOU requirements. * Prepares detailed data for College's accrediting entity for statistical purposes that is a critical component of the College's re-accreditation review process.
Minimum Education
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree with coursework in accounting, finance, business or related field and seven years of progressively responsible financial administration or budget management experience. Additional education may be substituted for required experience. Experience may not be substituted for education. The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are required: * Working knowledge and thorough understanding of federal, state and local guidelines for accounting and reporting. * Demonstrated technical skill in problem solving and preparation of data driven analyses and reports through the extraction and manipulation of report data. * Ability to think independently and perform with little or no supervision. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to use various IT tools and software systems to provide meaningful financial management information and analyses to assure effective, efficient processing of business transactions. * Ability to form positive working relationships within and across a complex organization, including the ability to identify and gain consensus on issues of common interest. * Demonstrated effectiveness in supervision and mentoring of direct reports and the ability to lead and work within a team oriented environment.
Preferred Education
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: * Working knowledge and thorough understanding of federal, state and local guidelines for accounting and reporting. * Demonstrated technical skill in problem solving and preparation of data driven analyses and reports through the extraction and manipulation of report data. * Ability to think independently and perform with little or no supervision. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to use various IT tools and software systems to provide meaningful financial management information and analyses to assure effective, efficient processing of business transactions. * Ability to form positive working relationships within and across a complex organization, including the ability to identify and gain consensus on issues of common interest. * Demonstrated effectiveness in supervision and mentoring of direct reports and the ability to lead and work within a team-oriented environment.
About
The College of Health and Public Service (HPS) at the University of North Texas prepares graduates to address complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster, criminal justice, cultural disparities employment, health, public administration and public safety. We have seven academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the Collegiate Recovery Program and a number of professional development and clinical training programs. HPS students train to become educators, researchers and professionals who strengthen our communities by serving as audiologists, behavior analyists, city managers, emergency managers, health care administrators, public safety administrators, public health specialists, rehabilitation counselors, speech language pathologists, social workers and more.
Location
Denton, TX

For more information or to apply online:
https://jobs.unt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=66685

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The UNT System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

2019-08-29

Texas State University
   Asst Dir for Housing Business Services
   Salary: $5,000.00 - $6,500.00

Duties
• Prepare annual budget (currently exceeds $45 million), develop and analyze financial reports, create pro forma projections for new construction, and monitor expenditures and balances for all Housing and Residential Life fund centers. Make and/or request budget adjustments as needed. • Prepare annual recommendations for residence hall and apartment rate increases. • Facilitate and monitor capital and non-capital purchases. • Administer vendor contracts, establish and maintain business vendor relationships. • Supervise three full time staff members, including an Assistant Business Manager, an Accountant II and an Accountant I. • Oversee human resource activities for 160+ full time and 350+ student employees, ensuring all university hiring practices are followed. • Oversee travel process for department including travel applications (departmental and University Travel Tracks on-line system), approvals, travel advances, and reimbursements. • Direct and participate in Business Services projects and special assignments. • Serve as a member of the DHRL Senior Administrative Team, participate in long- and short-term departmental planning and administrative discussions and decisions. • Provide support and training for various units within the department.
Job Code — 1593100

For more information or to apply online:
https://apptrkr.com/1593100

2019-08-13

Angelo State University
   Accountant
   Salary: $32,957 - $38,752

Duties
1. Performs grant related post award functions, including budget and accounting transactions; periodic invoicing, financial reporting, and associated communication with faculty, staff, and others. 2. Assesses needs and resolves issues of the principal investigator related to grants accounting. 3. Reviews and prepares requests for journal voucher entries; enters adjustments into the accounting system. 4. Assists with compilation of the annual financial report for the University. 5. Supports the sponsored programs department in education and training of principal investigators and administrators. 6. Reconciles certain university accounts and assists other departments with reconciliations. 7. Communicates with faculty, staff, and others in the course of performing work or coordination tasks. 8. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field with at least 12 semester hours in accounting from an accredited college or university. Equivalent combination of relevant education or experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
One to three years of professional accounting experience preferred.
Location
San Angelo, Texas

For more information or to apply online:
https://employment.angelo.edu/postings/3042

Angelo State University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting and ensuring equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.

2019-07-26

University of North Texas College of Health and Public Service
   Academic Financial Officer
   Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience

Duties
The College of Health & Public Service Dean's Office Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Academic Financial Officer to join our team. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: * Supports Dean and college leadership in strategic financial analyses to include financial forecasts/projections of current operations, predicts resource requirements for new programs, recommends financial alternatives if corrective action is deemed necessary, and prepares proforma financial analyses in support of evaluating strategic alternatives. Directs and coordinates the administration of staff and academic hiring, compensation and payroll; advises Dean and others on equity/market salary concerns and organizational impact of job grading and classification; assists the Dean and others in the development of hiring plans/projections and in the development of offer letters; prepares and reviews personnel forms such as HRM-4 and VPAA-130 for staff and faculty recruitment; and supervises other staff. * Serves as the chief financial officer for the college and is the principal financial advisor to the Dean. Manages all functions associated with developing and monitoring the college's annual budget; works collaboratively with university financial officials in budget preparation, financial projections, and responds to requests for financial information in a timely manner; makes recommendations for budget reductions and/or reallocations. Acts as principal account holder for the Dean's Office and approves expenditures in accordance with all applicable policies and procedures. * Provides direction to department chairs and administrative coordinators in budget preparation, procurement, and compliance. Tracks and reports on graduate student positions assigned to the college; manages the financial aspects of full-time faculty searches, part-time allocations, and planning for future searches; prepares financial statements for departments as requested or directed by college leadership; reviews and approves personnel actions (ePARs) for the College. * Utilizes information technology tools and software systems to provide meaningful financial management information to college leadership and departments; performs financial analyses to assure effective, efficient allocation of resources; collects data from departments in support of ad-hoc financial projects. * Ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, spending guidelines and cost principles to include but not limited to the Texas General Appropriation Act, Internal Revenue Code, 2CFR200-Uniform Guidance, and endowment MOU requirements. Ensures that financial transactions are in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. * Tracks and monitors non-appropriated accounts to include foundation accounts, grants and contracts. Ensures compliance with foundation MOUs and accountability with donative intent or time requirements. Ensures compliance with federal cost principles for grants or contracts to include 2CFR200 (Uniform Guidance). * Prepares detailed data for College's accrediting entity (AACSB) for statistical purposes that is a critical component of the College's re-accreditation review process.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree with coursework in accounting, finance, business or related field and six years of progressively responsible financial administration or budget management experience. Additional education may be substituted for required experience. Experience may not be substituted for education.
Minimum Qualifications
* Working knowledge and thorough understanding of federal, state and local guidelines for accounting and reporting. * Demonstrated technical skill in problem solving and preparation of data driven analyses and reports through the extraction and manipulation of report data. * Ability to think independently and perform with little or no supervision. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to use various IT tools and software systems to provide meaningful financial management information and analyses to assure effective, efficient processing of business transactions. * Ability to form positive working relationships within and across a complex organization, including the ability to identify and gain consensus on issues of common interest. * Demonstrated effectiveness in supervision and mentoring of direct reports and the ability to lead and work within a team oriented environment.
About
The College of Health and Public Service (HPS) at the University of North Texas prepares graduates to address complex social issues such as aging, disability, disaster, criminal justice, cultural disparities employment, health, public administration and public safety. We have seven academic departments with undergraduate and graduate programs, the Center for Public Management, the UNT Speech and Hearing Center, the Collegiate Recovery Program and a number of professional development and clinical training programs. HPS students train to become educators, researchers and professionals who strengthen our communities by serving as audiologists, behavior analyists, city managers, emergency managers, health care administrators, public safety administrators, public health specialists, rehabilitation counselors, speech language pathologists, social workers and more.
Location
Denton, Texas

For more information or to apply online:
http://jobs.unt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=66431

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

2019-07-02

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
   Assistant Vice President and Chief Budget Officer
   Salary: Commensurate with experience

Duties
The Assistant Vice President and Chief Budget Officer is responsible for managing all aspects of the budget and business services while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and laws, system policies, and regulations and university rules. This position also serves as an advisor to the Vice President for Finance and Administration and is a member of the Division of Finance and Administration executive team. Directs the communication, coordination, preparation and implementation of the university’s annual operating and capital budget including developing revenue and expense estimates. Directs the preparation of the biennial Legislative Appropriation Request and monitors development of the institution’s bill pattern throughout the legislative session. Oversees the following areas: financial collections of student accounts, university billing and accounts receivable functions, cash management including the review of departmental cash handling deposits. Ensures compliance with system regulations and applicable federal and state regulations. Oversees tuition and fee administration; administration of student payment options including emergency tuition loan program, installment payment plan, and third-party billing. Provides guidance to university departments to ensure student fees are used in accordance with legislative requirements and student refunds through the direct supervision of the Bursar. Establishes and leads the Departmental Accounting Services (DAS) office which contracts with departments on campus to provide accounting services and direct the timely and accurate preparation of financial reports and assessments. Participates in short and long-range fiscal planning and goal setting for the university. Prepares analyses for use by administrators when making academic planning, budget, and other presentations. Identifies relevant and usable data sources, selecting appropriate methods of data collection and data analysis, and reporting of conclusions, implications, and recommendations. Participates in developing, implementing, documenting, and communicating financial and budgetary policies and procedures with university-wide application. Develops and maintains internal operating policies, procedures, processes and guidelines. Provides training to campus on budget matters. Leads teams to work with various campus customers to address budget and business office related issues. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree in applicable field (Business, Accounting or Finance). Additional education may be used as a substitution for the minimum experience requirements to include: Master’s Degree and eight (8) years of experience or Doctoral Degree and six (6) years of experience.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree in business related field.
Minimum Qualifications
Ten (10) years or more progressively responsible experience in budget and/or finance to include at least 5 years in a supervisory capacity. Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Experience with Power Point, basic queries using Microsoft Access, and pulling data warehouse reports. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize as well as work cooperatively with others. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications
Five (5) years or more of State of Texas, Higher education or TAMU experience related to budgeting and legislative activities. Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Job Code —

For more information or to apply online:
https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/TAMUCC_External/job/Corpus-Christi-TAMUCC/Assistant-Vice-President-and-Chief-Budget-Officer_R-021266

2019-05-30

University of Texas at Austin
   Assistant Vice President
   Salary: $185,000.00/Depending on Qualifications

Duties
The Office of the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for the University of Texas is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Assistant Vice President of Procurement and Payments to oversee campus wide procurement, strategic sourcing, procure-to-pay processing and inclusion of Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) and Small Businesses (SB) in the University’s procurement processes. The Purchasing Office processes approximately 70,000 purchase orders per year, and oversees the University’s total spend of approximately $190,000,000 per year. This position will play a critical role in setting the strategic vision for the future of the organization while working with campus stakeholders to identify needs, develop strategies to meet those needs, and implement process improvements that increase operational efficiencies and promote fiscal responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor Degree and 10-years of experience in procurement, electronic commerce, operational management, and organizational leadership. Outstanding listening and communication ability. Demonstrates extensive experience in the following competencies including Knowledge of Organization, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Savvy and Politics and Diversity Management. Certified Texas Purchasing Manager certification or obtain certification within 18 months of initial employment under an approved UT System certification program.
Location
Austin, TX

For more information or to apply online:
https://utaustin.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UTstaff/job/UT-MAIN-CAMPUS/Assistant-Vice-President--Procurement-and-Payment-Services_R_00003727

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

2019-05-09

Sam Houston State University
   Accountant III
   Salary: $3,958-$4,330 per month

Duties
Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of accounting systems and accounting controls for Facilities Management. Supervises and participates in the preparation of various financial statements and complex reports. Reviews financial statements with management personnel. Directs the maintenance of general and subsidiary ledgers, accounts receivables, revenue distribution and operating expenses. Identifies and resolves problems with exactness, neatness and conformance to policies and procedures. Identifies and resolves problems with inconsistencies, determines appropriate corrective actions and procedures. Assists in the implementation of goals, policies, priorities and procedures related to financial management, budget and accounting.
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
Other Details
Please visit the position URL for full position description and details. Applications only accepted via website. http://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/21832
Location
Huntsville, Texas

For more information or to apply online:
http://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/21832

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

2019-05-09

Sam Houston State University
   Accountant II
   Salary: $2,654-$3,904 per month

Duties
Performs accounting and related assignments involving the recording, analysis, and reporting of financial data.
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business related field.
Other Details
For full position description and details visit posting URL. Applications only accepted via website.
Location
Huntsville, Texas

For more information or to apply online:
http://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/21783

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Plan Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

2019-04-30

University of North Texas
   Principal Accountant
   Salary: commensurate with experience

Duties
The UNT Controller Department at the University of North Texas System is seeking to hire a Principal Accountant to join our team. This position performs complex (journey-level) accounting work. Work involves preparing financial statements, records, documents, and reports. May specialize in some phase of accounting work such as federal funds accounting, bank reconciliations, or state funds accounting. Supervise and train others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: * Prepares and reviews financial statements, reports, schedules, and exhibits; prepares and audits general journal entries; and prepares and audits payment, cash, purchase, travel, and related vouchers. * Prepares and reviews periodic analyses of fund balances and expenditures; and prepares technical reports for accounting review. * Audits accounting and financial documents for accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures and state and federal statutes. * Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial and accounting documents and records. * Checks accounting operations in progress, and reviews and audits completed financial records for accuracy and conformance with legal and departmental procedures and regulations. * Maintains and determines the accuracy and reliability of accounting records, such as expenditure, fund, appropriation, expense and revenue collection records, and ensures agency assets are accounted for properly. * Analyzes and recommends improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and accompanying procedures. * Researches and reconciles discrepancies in accounts and reports findings. * Assists in planning procedures and regulations to control accounting processes and in preparing letters of instruction, manual revisions, and related forms as necessary. * May instruct staff on the maintenance of accounting records on expenditures and revenue collected, the posting of general ledgers, and the posting of journal entries and/or adjustments. * May direct the maintenance of accounting records on receipts and disbursements in compliance with state and federal statutes, policies, and procedures. * May assist in planning accounting and administrative support work procedures. * May train others. * Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in accounting, finance or a related field and six years of accounting experience.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: * State of Texas experience * Higher education experience * PeopleSoft financials experience

For more information or to apply online:
https://jobs.unt.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=65751

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

2019-04-16

Texas Tech University
   Senior Purchaser
   Salary: 3,250-4,000

Duties
Provide support the customer (internal) about their purchasing needs. Provides service to help determine the most suitable product or service to meet customer needs in accordance with the objectives of TTU. Check requisitions for completeness and clarity. Professionally and diplomatically, provide guidance the customer (internal and external) on what information is necessary for approval of the requisition. Performs cost and market analysis to vet suppliers and cooperative contracts to identify best value, value analysis, and total cost of ownership. Monitors purchasing functions to ensure compliance with State Codes and Statutes, TTU Board of Regents Policy and TTU Operating Policies. Assist TTU HUB Coordinator and Assistance Coordinator in the achievement of HUB participation goals and reporting requirements. Develop specifications, meet with vendors to negotiate best value, train TTU departmental staff, occasional public speaking.
Minimum Education
High school
Preferred Education
Bachelors degree
Minimum Qualifications
Experience with purchasing
Preferred Qualifications
Market analysis, negotiations, strategic purchasing
Location
Lubbock, Texas

For more information or to apply online:
http://www.texastech.edu/careers/hr/

2019-04-16

University of North Texas Dallas
   Budget Analyst
   Salary: commensurate with experience

Duties
The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Budget Analyst . This position is an advanced specialized work in the Budget Office. An employee in this class provides technical assistance in the development, monitoring, and adjustment of University budgets. Work involves the collection, organization, and evaluation of information and the compilation of external and internal reports and analyses. This position is responsible for setting up and maintaining controls and records of financial transactions. Duties and tasks are frequently non-routine. Resolves most questions, including some where only limited standardization exists. Refers only the most complex issues to higher levels. Work is performed under general supervision of the Budget Director. Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: Prepares or assists in the preparation of the annual operating budget, Legislative Budget Requests, Quarterly Budget reports, and various other external documents. Prepares or assists in the preparation of budget analyses and varied periodic and special reports used for internal control and decision-making. Reviews budget transfers and inputs transactions. Reviews and inputs data from budgeted position request forms. Assists departments in the interpretation of budget information and in resolving errors. Assists in identifying incorrect revenue and/or expense entries and works with accounting staff to correct. Assists in and/or the training of accessing and understanding budget reports. Prepares or assists with budget entries with specific monthly due dates. Assists with new process development. Works closely with accounting department and may perform accounting duties as assigned. Observes safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education
The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in business or accounting or related field and three years of experience working with budget related information; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Minimum Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of (or ability to rapidly assimilate and retain) University operating procedures, organization and policies. Thorough knowledge of business principles, practices and techniques. Considerable knowledge of electronic information systems and accounting systems. Ability to work accurately with numerical detail consistently and to perform financial operations legibly. Experience managing budget information and accurately recording financial transactions. Ability to keep complex records; to assemble and organize data of complex nature, and to prepare and submit reports in acceptable formats. Ability to read and analyze fiscal management information and to assist in formulating solutions to problems. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Strong communications skills. Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Experience using PeopleSoft and Hyperion query and reporting Experience working in higher education and/or Texas state agency Familiar with budgeting process and Legislative Appropriation Requests
About
The University – the first four-year public institution of higher education in the city – seeks an individual who will help shape the character of a 21st century, teaching-focused university. Candidates should be able to express enthusiastic support for the mission of the university to transform the lives of students, families and communities by providing high-quality, student-focused education in preparation for tomorrow’s careers, and its vision to create the place of choice where students are inspired to learn, faculty are inspired to teach and the community is inspired to support. For more information about the university, go to: http://untdallas.edu/.
Location
Dallas, Texas

For more information or to apply online:
http://unt-dallas.peopleadmin.com/postings/4008

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

2019-01-24

Midwestern State University-Texas
   Vice President for Administration and Finance
   Salary: Commensurate with experience

Duties
Responsible for supporting the mission and strategic plan of the university with the highest quality financial and administrative direction. S/he is a key member of the President’s Cabinet and chairs the Budget Oversight Committee, an advisory group to the President; responsible for promulgating policies and procedures for all functional areas within the Administration and Finance Division; responsible for managing controls and procedures for the receipt, accounting, and disbursement of institutional funds; ensuring information security, ensuring compliance with personnel policies and procedures written generally for all employees and specifically for non-faculty employees, and for approving exemptions to said policies and procedures where such exemptions are provided under the policy; planning, directing, managing, and evaluating a complex operation, using all resources available (human, financial, physical, and technological) for the accomplishment of long-term and short-term goals of the university; and overseeing all aspects of contract administration for the university; provide leadership and support to the VPAF administrative team including the Controller, the Director of Budget and Management, the Director of Payroll, the Director of Human Resources, the Associate Vice President for Facilities Services, the Chief Information Officer, the Chief Information Security Officer, the Director of Purchasing and Contract Management, and the Executive Assistant to the Vice President.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree
Preferred Education
A Master’s degree in business administration, economics, or closely related field of study, a CPA certification and/or a doctorate degree are preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
10 years of professional and administrative experience in finance, investments, management, business education or related work including leadership responsibility
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in higher education, specifically Texas higher education
Other Details
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About
Established in 1922, MSU Texas occupies a 255-acre campus nestled within the city’s residential area and comprises 70 buildings, numerous playing fields, and an outdoor recreational facility near Sikes Lake. Midwestern State University is one of only four state institutions that is a stand-alone university, not part of a system. MSU Texas is also the only university in Texas to become a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC). COPLAC champions the cause of liberal arts education of superior quality in the public sector.
Location
In Wichita Falls, Texas, midway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area.

For more information or to apply, send an email to:
MSUTexasCFO@agbsearch.com

Midwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment or the provision of services on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability. Midwestern State University welcomes applications from diverse populations including minorities and women.