University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Contract & Grant Accounting: Accountant 1 - req# 29254
Job Description
Requisition ID | req29254 |
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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. 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 |
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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 |
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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 throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit 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 https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff. | |