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University of Nevada, Reno
  • Position Number: 3509930
  • Location: Reno, NV
  • Position Type: Business and Financial Management


Accountant / Project Accountant, Facilities Services Department

R0132363
University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778.

Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for an Accountant or Project Accountant for the Facilities Services Department. The Accountant, under the supervision of the Manager of Accounting Services, is responsible for providing accounting services for a specified program, generally one or more of the following: Facilities Maintenance Services Accounting, Campus Utility Accounting, Salary and Wage Accounting, Construction Project Accounting and Parking and Transportation Accounting. The Project Accountant, under the supervision of the Manager of Accounting, is responsible for providing accounting services for one or more specified programs and additionally provides project accounting services for assigned mid-level capital projects.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Accountant

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: accurately maintain a specialized sub-ledger or accounting system to ensure accurate budgeting, recording and tracking of all revenue, purchases, and payments for assigned program(s); ensure that obligations and payments are accurately processed and recorded; create and maintain data analytics to provide trending, estimating and projection records; collaborate with Facilities Services personnel and campus departments as needed regarding program funding, accuracy of budgets and transactions, and changes in policies and procedures; provide updates and respond to questions about specialized programs; provide updates and consultation on the status of funds, restrictions, methods of payment, budget limitations and shortfalls; provide monthly reports on program budgets versus actual expenses; and ensure compliance with all applicable state, university, and accounting rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

Project Accountant

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: all of the responsibilities as described for the Accountant position above; maintain the project accounting for assigned capital construction projects; prepare retainage interest calculation, project funding and expenditure reports; maintain a specialized sub-ledger or accounting system to ensure accurate budgeting, recording and tracking of all revenue, purchases, and payments for assigned area(s); and other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess: strong organizational and multitasking skills including the ability to manage and meet multiple deadlines; ability to work independently and as part of a team; intermediate to advance Excel skills including the ability to create spreadsheets which include formulas and pivot tables; excellent verbal and written skills, intermediate knowledge of accounting, forecasting, budgeting, cost accounting principles and processes including AR, AP and account reconciliation; ability to understand and interpret formalized policies, guidelines, rules and regulations; ability to gain an understanding of complex issues and analyze complex data; explain complex processes and procedures; and write reports, business correspondence and procedures; knowledge of higher education accounting and business procedures; fund accounting and budgeting concepts; and financial and accounting internal control standards.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of related work experience; OR

Master's Degree and one (1) year of related work experience

Related Experience: In general accounting, project accounting, cost accounting, and/or utility accounting or related.

A valid Class "C" driver's license or higher operator's license is required within 30 days of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following certifications are encouraged to apply: Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Candidates with excellent attention to detail are encouraged to apply.

Schedule and Travel Requirements

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

This position is subject to occasional travel.

This position is designated as Essential Personnel. In the event of a campus emergency, special event, closure to maintain campus safety or building operations, this position may be required to work outside of regularly scheduled hours.

Compensation Grade

Administrative Faculty - B

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement!
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 15.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

"I had no idea the values of the faculty retirement plan when I joined UNR. On my first day, I found out I was fully vested in my contributions and the companies 15.5% matching. I have watched my retirement grow over the years, not only in contributions, but with investments. It is hard to put into words how appreciative I am to feel so secure in my future" - Michelle B.

Perks of Working at UNR!
  • Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
  • Generous annual and sick leave, life insurance and long-term disability - Faculty Benefits
  • E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
  • Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
  • Mountain EAP employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
  • Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups
  • Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
  • No state income tax!


Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees
The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee 's spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grant-in-Aid

Department Information

The Facilities Services Department is an organizational unit of the Division of Administration and Finance, and includes Planning and Construction Services, Parking and Transportation Services, and Maintenance Services. For more information, please visit: https://www.unr.edu/facilities

Exempt
Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobs@unr.edu.



Attach the following attachments to your application

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for Three Supervisory References - Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.

Application Question
The following question will be asked within the application process.

1) Please write a brief statement (one page maximum) about how you would contribute toward our mission of creating a culturally inclusive environment in the role for which you are applying.

Posting Close Time

Applications must be received by 11:59pm on January 17th. This posting will close at 12:00am on January 18th.

Posting Close Date
02/1/2023

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

University of Nevada, Reno


To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UNR-external/job/University-of-Nevada-Reno---Main-Campus/Accountant---Project-Accountant--Facilities-Services-Department_R0132363

Founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is the State of Nevadas land grant institution with a statewide mission and presence. The University of Nevada, Reno is a Carnegie I Research Institution and has been recognized as a "Top Tier" Best National University by U.S. News & World Report. With an enrollment of nearly 21,000 students we offer 145 Tier 1 accredited degree programs. Located in the picturesque Truckee Meadows the University of Nevada, Reno is surrounded by numerous state and national parks, is 45 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, and four hours from San Francisco.

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.








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