Accounting & Fiscal Services Supervisor

Overview

The University of New Mexico, School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a dynamic, self-motivated Accounting & Fiscal Services Supervisor to lead its accounting team. This position plays a critical role in overseeing the department's financial operations and supporting leadership through accurate analysis, reporting, and strategic financial guidance.

The successful candidate will bring demonstrated experience managing federal, state, and non-profit contracts and grants, along with strong supervisory and team leadership skills. The Accounting & Fiscal Services Supervisor is responsible for overseeing departmental financials, analyzing trends, and reporting to department leadership. This role also supervises and trains staff, manages day-to-day accounting operations, and ensures compliance with internal controls and funding requirements.

• Researching and resolving budget, procurement, billing, and expenditure issues
• Maintaining effective internal controls
• Participating in financial and budget meetings with department leaders, sponsors, and external stakeholders

Bachelor's degree, successful completion of at least 15 credit hours of university-level accounting through intermediate accounting; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• UNM accounting experience
• Supervisory experience, including staff training and development
• Demonstrated team-building skills as both a team member and team leader
• Expertise in creating ad hoc financial reports for management and leadership
• Proven ability to communicate financial information and compliance requirements to staff, leadership, physicians, and other professionals
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to build structure and processes to manage a robust organization

• Campus:
  Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM
• Department:
  Psychiatry Administration (451B)
• Employment Type:
  
  Staff
• Staff Type:
  Regular - Full-Time
• Status:
  Exempt
• Pay:
  Monthly: $4,875.87 - $6,976.67
• Benefits Eligible:
  This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.
• ERB Statement:
  As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions.
• Background Check
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• For Best Consideration Date: 2/11/2026
• Eligible for Remote Work:
  Yes
• Eligible for Remote Work Statement:
  Eligible for hybrid remote work after successful completion of training/probation.

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please supply:
1) Cover letter explaining why qualified for the position, specifically addressing preferred qualifications;
2) Up-to-date resume;
3) Three professional references, preferably supervisory, with current contact information. Upload or be prepared to supply official transcript(s) and documentation of completing at least 15 credit hours of university-level accounting.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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