Accounting Associate III W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation

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The
W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation
invites applications for an
Accounting Associate III
to join their team. The person assigned to this position processes the financial records for the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation and the Montana Forest and Conservation Experiment Station. This is done through data entry, payroll processing, grant monitoring, invoice and form processing, creation of detailed financial reports and reconciliation of State, Designated, Auxiliary and grant budgets. Financial guidance and support is also expected to be provided to the College, MFCES, University departments and others.
In order to fulfill these business needs, the following duties and responsibilities are assigned to this position:
Analyze and interpret accounting information and prepare financial statements and reports, providing informational guidance for the Dean, Department Chairs and Accounting Director
Accurately process hiring paperwork, time rosters, time cards, and graduate assistant contract
Monitor account and grant activity and reconcile accounts using Banner Finance and the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation’s in-house accounting programs
Interpret and coordinate financial information and data in order to assist Forestry faculty, staff, students, other University departments, various funding agencies, and vendors
Process necessary paperwork and transactions in an accurate and timely manner
Required Skills
Knowledge of state, federal and University guidelines and regulations concerning accounting and fiscal management
Knowledge of payroll processing
Strong attention to detail
a high level of accuracy
ability to perform financial work with minimal errors is especially important
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to interpret and coordinate financial information and data in order to aid Forestry faculty, staff, students, other University departments, various funding agencies, and vendors
Minimum Required Experience
High School diploma and three (3) years of relevant accounting or finance experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience to carry out the duties of the position
Preferred Qualifications
Associates degree in accounting
Knowledge of Banner finance
About the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation and UM
The mission of the W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation is to advance research and education that fosters sustainability and empowers a holistic understanding of social-ecological systems.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a unit of the Montana University System with over 10,000 students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 72,000, surrounded by mountain grandeur which was recently ranked in the “ top 20 best college towns with a population of less than 250,000
” by the American Institute for Economic Research and ranked 9th in Outside Magazine’s “ The 16 Greatest Places to Live in America” in 2014
. Many national publications recognize Missoula for its high quality of life
. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.
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Position Details
Position Title:
Accounting Associate III
Position Number:
460580
Department:
W.A. Franke College of Forestry and Conservation
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, 12 months/year.
Salary:
$15.09/hr
Union Affiliation:
FOCUS-MFPE
Probationary Period:
Six months minimum
Benefits Include
Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:
Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:
All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

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