Department Accountant

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Position Details

Closing Date: 01/15/2026

Type of Position: Professional Staff – Project/Program Administration

Workstudy Position: No

Job Type: Regular

Work Shift: Standard hours

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name: Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

Department: BAEG | Bio and Agricultural Engineering

Department Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Summary of

Job Duties

• Provide timely and accurate financial reports, including recommended actions 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.

Qualifications

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 system.
• University accounting experience that includes external and internal funding awards, state‑allocated budgets, and multi‑institutional transactions.

Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities

• 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.

Additional Information Salary Information

Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Documents to Apply

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
• Resume

Recruitment Contact Information

Dr. Terry

A. Howell Jr.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site  Please do not send materials directly to the listed recruitment contact.

Pre‑employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture may conduct pre‑employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position.

Background check information will be used in a consistent, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its educational programs or activities (including 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.

Physical Activity Requirements

Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, sitting

Frequent Physical Activity: Hearing, talking

Occasional Physical Activity: N/A

Benefits Eligible

Yes

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