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Accountant 1

Requisition ID req29254 Working Title Contract & Grant Accounting: Accountant 1 Position Grade 11 Position Summary

The University of New Mexico, Office of the University Controller, also known as Financial Services, located on Main Campus is responsible for all central accounting functions for the University.

It is the responsibility of the Controller's Office aka Financial Services to ensure compliance with all financial policies, rules, and regulations adopted by the University or imposed by external agencies, including state and federal audit requirements, following generally accepted accounting practices. Additionally, the Controller's Office oversees the maintenance of the official financial records of the University.

Within Financial Services, The Contract & Grant Accounting Department (CGA) has an exciting opportunity for an Accountant 1 - no experience required.

CGA's mission is to provide professional expertise and quality customer service to the UNM community on externally sponsored funding. CGA interprets and implements UNM policies related to contracts and grants as well as reviews and interprets policies of outside private and governmental funding agencies. CGA oversees the invoicing and revenue collection process for the funding.

CGA constantly searches for process improvements and efficiencies to improve work experience. CGA encourages teamwork in meeting the departments mission as well as professional development. More than half of CGA's current employees have been promoted internally within the department.

CGA is looking for someone who works well with others, is willing to learn new skills, and wants to become a part of the exciting role of supporting UNM in research and other sponsored projects.

Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

* Setting up new sponsored projects in CGA's accounting system

* Timely review and approval of departmental transactions on sponsored projects

* Verification and submission of monthly invoices to sponsors

* Verification and submission of subaward invoices from vendors

* Assistance with pre-close checks on awards

* Other duties to support the Fiscal Monitors in our department

UNM is one of the top employers in New Mexico and offers great benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, discounts for sporting and other events, retirement plans, as well as generous leave allowances including paid parental leave.

Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications.

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

* If this position is assigned to the Athletics Department, either administratively or functionally, compliance with all NCAA rules and regulations is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and successful completion of at least 9 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; no previous experience required.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or BBA with Accounting emphasis

* Experience with research administration

* Experience working with UNM financial programs such as MyReports and Banner

* Effective time management skills to prioritize multiple ongoing work tasks to meet deadlines

* Experience communicating effectively at different levels of organization, both verbally and in writing

* Effective research and analytical skills to investigate discrepancies or questions

* Proficient in MS Excel to analyze/interpret financial data and prepare reports

* Experience understanding and applying University, Federal, State, and Agency policies and terms & conditions

Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Contract Grant Accounting Main (112A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Exempt Pay Monthly: $3,354.00 - $4,660.93 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 5/17/2024 Eligible for Remote Work Yes Eligible for Remote Work Statement This position may qualify for a hybrid schedule based on performance post probation/trial period. While on trial period or probation, the expectation is to be in the office and on-site Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Applicants must submit a cover letter expressing interest in the position and how your experience aligns with the preferred qualifications (be specific). Please provide names and contact information for at least 3 supervisory references, on the application form, indicate whether it is okay to contact current and prior supervisors. Official transcripts and evidence of licensure (if applicable), will be required of the selected candidate. The resum should include a complete work history, replete with beginning and ending dates of employment.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit Refer to for a definition of Regular Staff.

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