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Accountant

University of North Texas Health Science Center
United States, Texas, Fort Worth
3500 Camp Bowie Boulevard (Show on map)
Oct 11, 2025
Title: Accountant Employee Classification: Accountant Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center Division: HSC-Div of Rsrch & Innovation SubDivision-Department: HSC-Health Institutes & Centers Department: HSC-Inst Translational Research-304700 Job Location: Fort Worth Salary: Commensurate with experience FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. 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Department Summary The Institute for Translational Research is devoted to bringing novel diagnostics and interventions to patients and families suffering from neurodegenerative diseases, fostering translational research in neurodegenerative diseases at UNTHSC, and Create solutions for a healthier community. Our team spans basic "bench-top" science, clinical research, community-based research and clinical trials. Our translational approach is intended to foster discovery and expedite those discoveries toward the benefit of those suffering from brain disease. A particular emphasis of ITR is the development of personalized (or person-focused) medicine for Alzheimer's disease Position Overview This position will be created and responsible for maintaining, preparing, posting and balancing accounting and financial statements, records, documents, or reports. This role will specialize in some phase of accounting work such as federal funds accounting, property and equipment control, cost, payroll, budgeting, bond servicing, cash or investments and all ITR reconciliations. This position will directly assist the ITR Deputy Director at a high level with all Institute financial operations. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or a related field and two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures affecting the maintenance of accounting records and automated accounting systems. Ability to interpret and apply accounting theory; to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret accounting data; and to communicate effectively. Experience working in one or more functional areas of accounting. Strong working knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, and accounting practices. Strong problem solving and analytical skills. Ability to analyze, consolidate, and present accounting data in clear concise form Expert level in Excel, spreadsheets, reconciliation and forecasting. Preferred Qualifications Expert level and experience in accounting, Excel, spreadsheets, finance and reconciliation. Job Duties To be added by department. Prepares financial statements, reports, schedules, and exhibits; prepares and/or processes general journal entries. Prepares account reconciliations; researches and reconciles discrepancies in accounts, bank statements, or appropriation balances and reports findings. Prepares periodic analyses of fund balances and expenditures, and prepares technical reports on payroll, estimates, cost data, and budget items. Audits accounting and financial documents for accuracy and compliance with departmental policies and procedures and state and federal statutes. Classifies, codes, posts, and balances financial and accounting documents and records. Researches and reconciles financial discrepancies; and reports findings. Reviews accounting records, and ensures agency assets are accounted for properly. Maintains adequate records of expenditures, funds, appropriations, and expenses, as well as revenue collected and deposited. Maintains systems and controls necessary to provide accurate accounts of expenditures and account balances May recommend improvements, adaptations, or revisions to the accounting system and develop and/or update accompanying procedures. Physical Requirements Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds Communicating with others to exchange information. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Monday- Friday On Site 8a-5p Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. 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