Financial Accountant

Salary Range $65,000 - $70,000, Depending on Qualifications

Pay Basis

Pay Basis Monthly

Position Status

Position Status Regular full-time

Location

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 10/22/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 11/23/2026

Perform accounting work for a central University office. Apply advanced accounting knowledge in the preparation of a variety of complex financial transactions and reports. Provide customer service, resolve accounting related issues and provide guidance or information as requested.

• Bachelor’s Degree – Accounting or Finance.
• Three to five years of accounting work experience. An equivalent level of education and/or experience is acceptable.
• ERP Accounting Systems – Intermediate proficiency.

• Experience in Higher Education
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in advanced functions of the full Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis in Microsoft Excel
• Master’s degree in accounting or finance.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance department.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP accounting system.

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

• Maintain customer/sponsor financial system records
• Professionally interact with management, departments and outside parties in response to questions and requests for information
• Audit support
• Internal and External service centers and recharge centers review and analysis
• Annual internal sales rate study, budget cycle and pro forma income statements
• Research and process payments for University invoices and campus deposits including daily bank deposit and reconciliation to Peoplesoft Financials.
• Collection efforts for unpaid invoices
• Internal billing approval
• Cost center reconciliations
• Balance sheet reconciliations
• Other projects as assigned

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.

UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Optional Long and Short-term Disability
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, Linked In Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Our seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. Our student body is 31,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. UT Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.

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