Accounting Specialist , Budget Analysis and Planning - UT System Administration

Overview

Job Description This position is responsible for managing daily accounting operations related to include, but not limited to, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and ticket sales. Ensures compliance with policies and procedures. Position must have the ability to establish and maintain relationships with university staff as well as elected officials. Attention to detail is imperative for the success of this position.

• Complete financial tasks to ensure ledgers accurately reflect department costs.
• Processing accounts payable invoices
• Create Journal entries & transfer vouchers as requested by departments
• Assist with ledger reconciliations by reviewing charges and attaching appropriate documentation
• Process accounts receivable items as needed through DASH receipting module
• Serve as a resource for DASH (accounts payable, purchase order requests, procurement, and accounts receivable) by providing support and training to other team members.
• Manage Presidents office athletic ticket sales:
• Receipt and inventory tickets (football, men's basketball, & baseball) and parking passes from Athletics
• Distribute tickets to buyers
• Coordinate seating and sales with appropriate departments
• Prepare daily deposits (cash, checks, and credit card sales)
• Reconcile tickets and deposits
• Complete annual equipment inventory:
• Ensure accurate account of fixed assets & inventory is accurate
• Updates online database to accurately reflect employee locations

High school diploma or GED and 2-3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

• Knowledge of standard office functions, accounting recordkeeping, electronic spreadsheet, and computer operation.
• Knowledge of financial policies and procedures.
• Math skills
• Attention to detail skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records and files.
• Ability to compare information and recognize discrepancies.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in-person and in writing.

• Bachelor's degree
• 3-5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training, education, and experience.

For full consideration applications should be accompanied by a letter of interest, a resume, and three professional references.

Compensation for this position is budgeted for $22.00 to $24.00 per hour.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally, Tennessee residents do not pay state income tax. For more information of the University of Tennessee's benefits, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and residents statewide.