Accountant II

Classification Minimum Requirements are the baseline requirements for Staff Titles and Academic Titles found at the University of Florida.

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience.

Elevate Your Accounting Career at a Culture of Excellence!

Join the Financial Team of the College of Journalism and Communications

The College of Journalism and Communications at the University of Florida, a pre-eminent research institution, is seeking highly experienced and detail-oriented Accountant II to join our dynamic Business Office team. CJC Financial Hub - UF College of Journalism and Communications This pivotal role will provide advanced financial oversight and operational support to the Division of Media Properties (DMP), contributing to the college's culture of financial integrity, accountability, and excellence.

As the Accountant II, you will leverage your deep expertise in financial analysis, budget management, and compliance to ensure accurate and efficient financial operations across the college. Partnering closely with the DMP sales teams, you will manage billing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and deposits, while also overseeing accounts payable to uphold strict adherence to UF procurement policies and regulations.

In this rewarding position, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Abundant opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Collaborative, supportive team of experienced finance professionals

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and maintain the QuickBooks General Ledger system for the Division of Media Properties and related programs, ensuring compliance with University policies and accounting standards.
• Manage billing, invoices, accounts receivable, collections, and provide financial reporting support to sales teams; process membership contributions and ACH deposits.
• Administer accounts payable for DMP entities, ensuring timely payments and assisting suppliers with vendor registration and updates.
• Verify and reconcile underwriting and membership-related deposits with the UF Foundation to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Perform additional finance-related duties as assigned to support Business Office operations.

About UF’s College of Journalism and Communications

Accredited by ACEJMC, the college has earned its reputation for excellence over the last half century on the strength of its programs, faculty, students and alumni; the stories they tell; and the difference they make around the world. Our 70 full-time faculty members and 175 part-time instructors serve in four academic departments: Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations and Media Production, Management and Technology. We enroll about 2,500 undergraduates both in-person and on-line. More than 800 graduate students are earning master’s and doctoral degrees.

About the Business Office

You’ll be part of a dynamic team that drives financial excellence throughout the College of Journalism and Communications, a part of the esteemed University of Florida. Our team operates with the goal of delivering high-quality financial services that support the college’s strategic growth and long-term stability. Using sound financial tools, fiscal tasks are prepared and processed under the financial guidelines for the college and University to ensure accuracy and compliance. Our office works closely with various departments and stakeholders within the college to drive financial success. CJC Financial Hub - UF College of Journalism and Communications

About the University of Florida

UF is the state’s sole member of the Association of American Universities. It is in the midst of a multi-year pre-eminence initiative that has created more than 500 new faculty positions and generated a $70 million partnership with NVIDIA to create the nation’s top research lab in artificial intelligence. In 2020, UF faculty generated more than $900 million in research grants.

The University of Florida offers a competitive salary commensurate with similar positions and includes a full benefits package. To view the university’s Total Reward benefit package, please click here: https://hr.ufl.edu/benefits

 About Gainesville, Florida

As home to Florida's largest and oldest university, Gainesville (http://cityofgainesville.org) is one of the state's centers of education, medicine, cultural events and athletics. Gainesville and the surrounding area is home to about 250,000 people, a robust arts community, several museums, a world-class health care system anchored at UF, a downtown core known for its restaurants and brew pubs, excellent public and private schools, and abundant nature exemplified by clear, natural springs. Additionally, within 2 hours are attractions such as Disney World, University Studios, Busch Gardens, and historic St. Augustine. Explore Gainesville in 60 Seconds. https://youtu.be/e_7nUKAFanM?si=7Z4s36Q80iaj6Nwg

Annual: $62,500 - $67,500

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of experience.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standard financial practices
• Experience using QuickBooks or similar financial tracking/accounting software
• Familiarity with University of Florida fiscal policies and procedures is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work activities, including classifying and recording financial transactions accurately
• Ability to interpret and follow complex written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail and proven ability to maintain a chart of accounts and prepare financial documents with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
• Team-oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced, multifaceted department

Please submit your applications online via Careers at UF.

Applications must include: Resume, cover letter and three professional references to include email addresses, and phone numbers.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-4621 or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD).

For additional questions or more information, please contact search panel chair Kutonya Sowell at ksowell@ufl.edu.

Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http//www.naces.org/. The application packet will be submitted as one PDF file through the UF Jobs website at https://jobs.ufl.edu/. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening, which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.

University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

Florida’s Government-in-the-Sunshine Laws require that all documents relating to the search process, including letters of application, nomination and reference, be available for public inspection.