Accountant III

Position Information

Posting Number

S06695P

Position Title

Accountant III

Department

Payroll Services

Location

Arlington

Position Status

Full-time

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

Salary

Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.

Pay Basis

Monthly

Job Summary

The Accountant III will assist the Payroll Director with detailed financial analysis, error resolution and effective communication with various stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Commitment Accounting

• Responsible for processing commitment accounting actuals for PayGL02 – (PayRun).
• Analyze and reconcile payroll summary reports for semi-monthly, monthly, and off-cycle payroll processing.
• Run and save payroll queries before PayRun or AdHoc processing.
• Run pre distribution audit report (PDA) and investigate errors.
• Collaborate with budget office and TCE teams to clear errors.
• Re-run PDA to ensure errors are resolved.
• Review and post journals for pay cycle finalization.

Budget Retro & Direct Retro Processing

• Responsible for retro processing for commitment accounting.
• Create and manage run control for budget retro process.
• Review and verify data in retro distribution audit report (BUD020).
• Process and update retro distributions for earnings, deductions, and taxes.
• Analyze eForms and download employee earnings reports.
• Enter and process direct retro distributions.
• Verify and update actuals distribution for direct retros.

Payroll Liability Reconciliations

• Query and review actuals for payroll liability accounts.
• Prepare journals each month to clear liability accounts.
• Prepare monthly reconciliation.
• Verify complex data integrity and address discrepancies with stakeholders.

Additional Duties

• Manage and run work study redistribution report.
• Analyze data to identify trends and areas of process improvement.
• Assist with special projects from the Director.
• Verify and update faculty fringe redistribution.
• Review and activate combo codes when necessary.
• Analyze financial records and statements.
• Communicate on behalf of the payroll department effectively.
• Provide support and insight for payroll-related accounting inquiries and issue resolution.
• Liaise between Payroll and SIS regarding payroll issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business field.
• Five (5) years of experience in payroll processing or accounting or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a Higher Education setting.
• Experience with TRS reporting and TEXNET processing.
• Familiarity with UTShare (Peoplesoft) program.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to independently research and resolve complex issues.

Other Requirements

Workplace and Eligibility Conditions

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Benefits at UTA

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CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

This position may have access to critical infrastructure as defined by Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code. If so, to be hired for and continue to be employed in this position you must maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure as set forth in Texas Executive Order GA-48. By assuming this position, and if you have access to critical infrastructure , you authorize the University to conduct routine background checks.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. As a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution, UTA is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. With an enrollment of more than 42,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution and nationally recognized for its commitment to student success and service. It ranks No. 5 in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” and is the top university in North Texas for its graduates’ salaries (The Wall Street Journal). UTA is designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution and is No. 6 for undergraduate ethnic diversity in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). With a global alumni network of approximately 280,000 – including leaders at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas – UTA contributes an estimated $29 billion annually to the Texas economy.

UTA is expanding its regional footprint by building a regional campus, called UTA West, in Parker County on the far west side of Fort Worth. It is scheduled to open in fall 2028. This initiative aligns with the university’s strategic growth and commitment to serving the broader community. Furthermore, UTA has launched the RISE 100 initiative, aiming to recruit 100 new tenure-system faculty to strengthen its research enterprise and leadership in key academic areas. Learn more at .

This is an exciting time to join UTA and contribute to its bold vision for the future.

ADA Accommodations

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Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References Required

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD or equivalent

• * How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
  • None/less than 1 year
  • 2 to 3 years
  • 4 to 5 years
  • 6 years or more

• * How many years of professional experience do you have in the related field?
  • None/less than 2 years
  • 2 to 3 years
  • 4 to 5 years
  • 6 years or more

• * Please indicate whether you have completed any UTA Leadership Development programs.
  • Aspiring Leaders Program
  • MavsSupervisor Success Program
  • MavsManager Foundations Program
  • Leading People Credential (completion grants supervisory experience credit for internal entry-level supervisory roles)
  • None of the above

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV

Optional Documents

• Cover/Interest Letter