Department Accountant

Position Overview

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a statewide institution headquartered in Little Rock that supports research, extension, and agricultural education across Arkansas. The Division of Agriculture includes the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES) and employs more than 1,400 faculty and staff.

• Closing Date: 01/15/2026
• Type of Position: Professional Staff – Project/Program Administration
• Workstudy Position: No
• Job Type: Regular
• Sponsorship Available: No
• Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas
• Department: BAEG | Bio and Agricultural Engineering
• Department's Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./
• Salary: Commensurate with education and experience

Provide timely and accurate financial reports, including recommended action as needed, to the Department Head and faculty for efficient financial decision making. Proactively maintain relationships with all BAEG personnel and communicate financial information effectively. Oversee purchasing processes and vehicle revolving cost center activity. Support and lead department continuous improvement activities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Three years of accounting and supervisory experience. Proficiency with Workday, the U of A and UADA accounting systems. University accounting experience, including external and internal funding awards, state‑allocated budgets, and multi‑institutional transactions.

• Proficiency using Microsoft Excel.
• Strong working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Teams, One Drive/SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in enterprise software used to manage accounting functions.
• Strong managerial, communication (written and oral), interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply the provisions of laws, rules, or policies to specific situations.
• Ability to analyze data and prepare financial reports.
• Ability to provide guidance and technical assistance to agency/institution management and staff.

Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume.

Recruitment Contact: Dr. Terry

A. Howell Jr., tahowell.

Pre‑Employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Benefits: Yes.