Accountant I

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal • Arlington, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accountant I position supports the financial operations of the Extension and Extended Campus division by performing accurate and timely accounting activities with a focus on service contract invoicing, travel reimbursement processing, and ongoing accounting support. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the Division and university. The Accounting Specialist ensures financial results are accurate, consistent, and compliant with institutional, state, and federal guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.
• One (1) year of relevant experience or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
• Proficient in Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Governmental Accounting Standards Board ( GASB ) principles.
• Experience managing service contracts and grants or grant accounting.
• Experience with Concur and/or PeopleSoft.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, research, and process monthly invoices for our Center for Environmental Excellence ( CEE ) ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with contract terms.
• Manage and maintain travel submissions in Concur ensuring complete, accurate, and timely submissions within established policies, procedures, and deadlines.
• Assist the Manager in monitoring service contract projects and cost centers, and ensuring alignment between internal tracking and UTShare/Peoplesoft financial system.
• Support timely closeout of expired contracts using established institutional processes.
• Provide support for day‑to‑day accounting functions to meet operational needs.
• Participate in cross‑training to build knowledge of both Division‑specific and general accounting processes, ensuring adequate coverage and business continuity across teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level