Financial Accountant II

** Job Title
** Financial Accountant II
** Agency
* * Texas A&M Agrilife Research
** Department
* * Administrative Services Staff
** Proposed Minimum Salary
** Commensurate
* * Job Location
** College Station, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
**** About Texas A&M Agri Life
** Texas A&M Agri Life is comprised of the following Texas A&M University System members:

As the nation’s largest most comprehensive agriculture program, Texas A&M Agri Life brings together a college and four state agencies focused on agriculture and life sciences within The Texas A&M University System. With over 5,000 employees and a presence in every county across the state, Texas A&M Agri Life is uniquely positioned to improve lives, environments and the Texas economy through education, research, extension and service.

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*** you
* ** can be a part of Agri Life and make a difference in the world!
** Position Information
** We are seeking a Financial Accountant II, who under direction, performs complex professional accounting.
** Responsibilities:
*** Audit travel card transactions in Emburse for compliance with state purchasing rules and regulations for Texas A&M Agri Life Research, Texas A&M Agri Life Extension Service, and TVMDL.  Ensure compliance with payment card program policies by monitoring credit card transaction reports and appropriate usage. Research and resolve problems and discrepancies with credit card transactions.  Provide technical expertise to units regarding State Comptroller's purchasing procedures and policies.
* Respond to inquiries from units concerning state and Agri Life regulations. Monitor any changes in the State of Texas and TAMU system rules and regulations.  Adopt changes into Texas A&M Agri Life rules and regulations and notify departments/units administrators of any changes or updates as needed regarding payment card information or recurring errors. Assists departments/units with clarification of current policies and procedures.

Use TAMU Accounting System and Emburse to report status of payment to vendors or employees. Assist all fiscal office employees in their absence and in times of high workload.
* Serve as credit card program administrator for Texas A&M Agri Life Research, Texas A&M Agri Life Extension Service, and TVMDL.  Review, process, and submit credit card applications on-line.  Responsible for establishing and closing accounts, making decisions regarding merchant category code overrides and adjustment to credit limits on credit cards. Work with credit card carrier to resolve posting discrepancies on payment card accounts.
* Review Oversight System for potential audit issues.  Coordinate with units/departments and Disbursements to clear or resolve any problems.
* Special projects and performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
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* Required Qualifications:

** Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience plus an additional two (2) years of related experience.
** Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
** Excellent verbal and written communication, customer service and problem-solving skills. Ability to comprehend and apply rules and regulations. Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet programs. Ability to use standard office equipment and computers. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
** What You Need to Know
**** Salary:
** Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
** Flexible Work Arrangements:
** Flexible work schedules and remote work options may be available for this position, depending on the nature of the role and employee eligibility, in accordance with Agri Life Alternate Work Location Procedures.

When you choose to
*** work
* ** for Texas A&M Agri Life, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international  addition, Texas A&M Agri Life offers a comprehensive benefit package including the following:
* with Texas A&M Agri Life contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
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