Job Details

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two-year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for "Find Jobs for Students". All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page. Closing Date: Type of Position:Professional Staff - Project/Program Administration Workstudy Position: NoJob Type:Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty. For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students - a chance to advance. The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential. You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum ofCertificate and Associates degree programs,more than thirtyUndergraduate programs, Master's degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad. Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program. Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy. As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same - to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 870.###.#### . Department:UAPB | Controller (Stephanie Smith- Brown) Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties:Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and university regulations Reviews general ledger and subsidiary account reports for errors or inconsistencies; Interprets data and points out trends or deviations from standards; Decides proper handling of financial transactions; Investigates and corrects problems Allocates funds for new and existing accounts when establishing and maintaining the general ledger on department operations Evaluates current and future data processing needs related to quality control and reporting procedures Review and approve all journal entries, monthly and quarterly reconciliations, and other statutory reports Manages and completes month-end and fiscal year-end closing procedures Prepares organizational Financial Statements to be submitted to the University of Arkansas Systems office Manages preparation of organizational Notes to Financial Statements to be submitted to the University of Arkansas Systems office Prepares organizational Closing Book Notes for Financial Statements to be submitted to the State of Arkansas Comprehensive Financial Report (CAFR) office Provide general ledger documentation to various internal and external auditors; Implement new and revise existing General Ledger policies and procedures according to audit findings or recommendations Participate in and take the initiative to increase the use of information technology to improve the overall productivity and quality of output in the department Model and enforce compliance with the Division of Finance and Administration's Code of EthicsQualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, plus five years of professional accounting experience, including at least two years in a managerial or supervisory capacity At least two years of Grant Accounting experience Additional Information: Salary Information: $55,000 - $60,000 Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position): Recruitment Contact Information: Sharron Williams HR Employment Manager williamssmuapb.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:Frequent Physical Activity:Occasional Physical Activity:Benefits Eligible:Yes