Accountant II

Hiring Department

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Plan, Design & Construction

Job Description

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Campus Facilities Project Accounting supports the financial management of all construction projects managed by the University of Missouri Campus Facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently manage a high volume of unique construction projects in a fast-paced environment, including analyzing complex data and preparing detailed reports.
• Reconcile expenses, budgets, and contingencies across projects with varying construction costs.
• Ensure financial data accuracy and completeness in compliance with audit standards.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and clients to confirm funding is properly approved and allocated.
• Prepare timely accounting entries to transfer funds and correct fiscal discrepancies.
• Review and approve consultant agreements and contracts.
• Process contractor and consultant payments by reconciling prior payments, collecting necessary documentation, and securing required approvals.
• Coordinate with vendors and clients to resolve payment issues.
• Partner with Project and Construction Managers to address challenges throughout all phases of construction.
• Provide budget updates, projections, and financial reports to Deans, Directors, Project Managers, Department Heads, and other stakeholders using system-generated or ad hoc reports.
• Train new team members and support colleagues by sharing system knowledge and best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.________________________________________

Shift

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7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Monday thru Friday

Minimum Qualifications

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A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

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Strong team player with the ability to work independently.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Proactive planner with excellent task prioritization and a commitment to delivering high-quality work on time.

Experience with accrual-based accounting, journal entries, and ledger management.

Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet tight deadlines.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Missouri driver's license or a valid out-of-state driver's license with the understanding a Missouri driver's license must be obtained within the first six months of employment.

Anticipated Hiring Range

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Salary Range: $25.58-$28.84 per hour

Grade: GGS 008

University Title: Accountant II

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

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Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses.

For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.