Accountant II

Classification Title:

Accountant II

Classification Minimum Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience

Job Description:

What You’ll Do

• Financial Stewardship: Oversee expenditures across multiple funds, reconcile receipts and deposits, resolve discrepancies, and maintain clean subsidiary ledgers.
• Budget Analysis: Produce monthly fiscal snapshots for the Center Director, contribute to annual budget planning, and deliver forecasts that empower decision‑making.
• Billing & Invoicing Oversight: Manage chargebacks, vendor vouchers, and internal billing, ensuring adherence to policy and accuracy in every transaction.
• Systems & Asset Management: Administer specialized tools (space allocation, payroll – non‑grant, travel, foundation accounting), perform annual asset certification, and advise on fiscal procedures.
• Purchasing & Vendor Coordination: Guide procurement activities, approve travel reimbursements, and troubleshoot purchasing issues in collaboration with central offices.
• Policy & Staff Support: Champion fiscal policies, train team members, and promote consistent accounting practices across the Center.

Expected Salary:

$53,000 commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

• Requires strong communication, organization and leadership skills.
• Key responsibilities include policy development, fiscal and purchasing operations, internal audit readiness, and confidentiality of employee and student data.
• Monetary responsibility for monitoring UF accounts across multiple funds; errors can have significant consequences.
• Valid Driver's license is required

Preferred:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and a knack for critical thinking.
• Strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Excellent customer‑service orientation and a collaborative mindset.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This is a full time position in Homestead, Florida.

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume and two professional references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is located in Homestead, Florida.

• Equal Opportunity
  • The University of Florida is an equal Opportunity Employer.
• To apply for this position, visit jobs.ufl.edu. Job number for this vacancy is and the deadline date to apply is. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771

Valid Driver's license required.

Health Assessment Required:No