University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Junior Accountant -Accounting and Budgeting

Memphis, TN, United States · Junior

Sponsorship not specified$23k-$29kDetected 1 day ago
Financial AnalysisAccountingBudgetingExcelProcurementResearchCommunicationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft OfficeGAAPFinancial Reporting

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About the role

  • Prepares financial reports and presentations on cost and budget performance for management review.
  • Reviews and analyzes account activity to identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies, variances, and outstanding items promptly.
  • Verifies receipts, supporting documentation, and business purposes to ensure accuracy and completeness of transactions.

Responsibilities

  • Partners with accounting and finance teams to support month-end close activities and financial reporting requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED)
  • This position may occasionally be required to work evenings
  • Processes, reviews, and codes non-labor financial transactions, ensuring appropriate business purpose and required approvals.

Nice to have

  • One (1) year of professional experience in accounting, bookkeeping, financial analysis, or cash management

Skills

  • Technical skills in Microsoft Office products, specifically in Excel data functions.
  • Ability to quickly learn university enterprise financial systems (e.g., Oracle, Oracle Cloud).
  • Knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP), internal control structures, and fund accounting.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive deadlines independently.

Compensation

  • Hiring Salary: $22.77 - $28.85/Hourly

Visa & Work Authorization

  • ancial records, and ensuring compliance with University of Tennessee System policies, state regulations, and applicable sponsor and grant requirements
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