Texas State University
Accountant I
🇺🇸 San Marcos, TX
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $4,088 per Month
💻 Finance
🗓️ June 23rd, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Oversees and manages financial transactions and account reconciliations
- Audits and approves payments and vouchers
- Prepares Requests for Budget Change and monitors departmental financial data
- Assists in resolving accounting system issues and ensuring account compliance
- Prepares and analyzes bids, purchase orders, and places orders with vendors
- Prepares and formats Excel spreadsheets and journal entries; resolves vendor discrepancies
- Experience required in invoice processing, travel reimbursements, and clear communication of policies
- Preferred qualifications include bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration, ERP system (SAP) experience, and governmental accounting knowledge
- Monthly salary of $4,087.91
- Works within the Accounts Payable & Travel department, assisting staff, students, and parents
Accountant I Full Description
Posting/Functional Title | Accountant I
University Pay Plan Title | Accountant I
Location | San Marcos
Department | Accounts Payable & Travel
Recruitment Type | Internal Recruiting (Department Employees Only)
Job Type | Full-Time
Funding Source | Permanent
Monthly Salary | $4,087.91
Job Category | Non-Exempt
Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.
Analytical skills: ability to visualize, articulate, and solve problems and concepts, and make sound decisions based on available information. Experience in processing invoices and reimbursements, including travel reimbursements for payment in accordance with policy. Experience in preparing and formatting Excel spreadsheets for preliminary reporting and transaction uploads. Experience in preparing journal entries and resolving vendor invoice or expense reimbursement discrepancies. Ability to clearly and effectively communicate policies and procedures (verbal and written). Ability to work as a team member. Ability to work independently including working with internal and external customers to resolve issues.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business administration. Experience using an ERP system (SAP). Experience with a data imaging systems. Experience with governmental accounting including allocating expenditures to different funding sources.
Job Description
The Accountant I is responsible for processing and recording financial data, auditing and approving payments and vouchers, preparing documents, and monitoring transactions.
Job Duties
Oversee and manage financial transactions and account reconciliations. Monitor accounts to comply with generally accepted accounting principles. Assist in identifying and resolving accounting system issues. Ensure internal and external reconciliation of university accounts. Assist in the preparation of complex financial reports and the department’s budget. Prepare Requests for Budget Change (RBCs) and monitor the department’s financial information. Verify account information against source documents. Audit and approve local payment vouchers. Prepare and analyze bids and purchase orders, and place orders with vendors. Provide financial information to staff, students, and parents. May supervise staff employees when required. May suggest minor modifications to processes to enhance the department’s performance.
Additional Information to Applicants |
Job Open Date | 06/20/2025
Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight) |
Open Until Filled | No
Normal Work Days | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start | 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End | 5:00PM
Posting Notices | You will be required to electronically attach a resume, cover letter, and list of references to your application.
Legal and Required Notices | Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.
Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
Why Choose Texas State University? | Join the Texas State Bobcat team and experience a career that offers more than just a job—it’s a path to a brighter future. As a Texas State employee, you’ll enjoy:
Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees and 50% for dependents, starting on your first day.
Generous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, holidays, sick leave, and more to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness and Balance: Access a FREE wellness program, plus mother and family-friendly resources to support your personal well-being.
Professional Growth: Explore a wide range of training, development courses, certifications, and educational support programs.
Welcoming Campus: Become part of a vibrant Bobcat community with numerous social and professional networks. Tuition Benefits: Take advantage of tuition support for yourself and for your dependent children, making higher education more accessible for your family.
Retirement Security: Secure your future with TRS pension, retirement plans, and voluntary savings options with strong employer contributions.
At Texas State University, you’re not just an employee—you’re a valued member of a thriving and beautiful campus community. Start your journey with us today. https://www.hr.txst.edu/benefits.html
Quick Link | https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/53064
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