Job Title

Financial Accountant I

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Payroll & Support Services Department

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,250.00 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Financial Accountant I is responsible for all credit card programs, assisting with vehicle fleet management and serving as the Uniform Coordinator for the agency.

Responsibilities:

-Credit Card Program: Performs duties of credit card coordinator which include: (a) controlling credit programs by issuing and canceling of cards, (b) monitoring credit card usage through both manual methods and bank software programs to ensure compliance with program regulations and procedures, (c) reconcile credit card clearing accounts, (d) provide annual reports to management on compliance reviews, (e) maintain written procedures, (f) review on-line training course for compliance and improvements needed, (g) assist credit card holders with questions.

-Uniform Coordinator: Maintain uniform program for agency which includes: (a) acting as liaison with uniform vendors, (b) assisting employees with uniform-related problems, (c) manage employee accounts with vendor, (d) monitor, reconcile an submit uniform allowances at end of fiscal year and beginning of new fiscal year, (e) review and maintain Uniform Procedures for the agency.

-Vehicle Fleet Management; assist with reporting and reviews of fleet data into TxFS Fleet System.

-Backs up property management and vehicle fleet management.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

Education and Experience:

Required Education: Bachelor's degree in a business related field.

Preferred Education: Major in Accounting or Finance

Required Experience: None

Preferred Experience: Two (2) years business experience in accounting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required Knowledge: Working knowledge of Word and Excel

Required Skills: Excellent communication skills

Required Abilities: Work in a time sensitive environment with deadlines. Perform all duties with minimal direction and supervision. Review, interpret and apply Federal and State policies and procedures to Agency credit card programs. Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

Required: Texas Drivers' license or ability to acquire one within 30 days.

Applicant Instructions:

Resume , cover letter and transcript(s) are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application .   References are required to be entered in the secondary questionnaire section of the application. Ce rtifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application . Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the " My Experience " page in the " Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.   If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690. Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Fulfilling the service component of a land-grant university system, Texas A&M Forest Service is a proud member of The Texas A&M University System.  Celebrating 100 years of service, this state agency was created in 1915 by the 34th Texas Legislature. Each state in the nation has a state forestry agency, but Texas was the first to establish its state forestry agency as part of a land-grant college. Texas A&M Forest Service is recognized as the leader in defining forestry for the future of Texas and the nation. Applied programs include forest and tree development; wildfire prevention, mitigation, and protection; urban and community forestry; and a host of innovative forest sustainability programs. Texas A&M Forest Service works to ensure the state’s forests, trees, and related natural resources are conserved and continue to provide a sustainable flow of environmental and economic benefits.

Texas A&M Forest Service Career Site (https://tfsweb.tamu.edu/Careers/)

Benefits - Besides getting to work for a highly-acclaimed state forestry agency with top-notch staff, there are many tangible benefits that go along with working with Texas A&M Forest Service .  Exceptional health insurance is a huge economic benefit for employees.  In addition to medical and life insurance, there are also options of dental, vision, long-term disability, and more.  Paid vacation and sick leave and strong retirement plans round out a great benefit package.

Texas A&M Forest Service is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 458-6690.