Accountant II or III - Office of Research Administration (1 Position to be Filled)
Sam Houston State University
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Occupational Category Professional Department Associate Controller - Financial Reporting Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date 09/30/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Accountant II - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a business-related field required from a four-year college. Three years of professional governmental or commercial accounting experience. Master’s degree in Business or Accounting or Certified Public Accountant certification could be considered in place of experience.
Accountant III – Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a business-related field required from a four-year college. Four years of professional governmental or commercial accounting experience. Master’s degree in Business or Accounting or Certified Public Accountant certification could be considered in place of experience. Nature & Purpose of Position Accountant II – Performs mid-level and semi-complex post-award accounting and financial reporting. Performs accounting and related assignments involving the recording, analysis and reporting of financial data related to grants. Oversee and manage intermediate and semi-complex administrative operation duties for the Office of Research Administration (ORA). Provide post award guidance to faculty and staff.
Accountant III – Performs mid to high level and complex post-award accounting and financial reporting. Performs accounting and related assignments involving the recording, analysis and reporting of financial data related to grants. Oversee and manage intermediate to advanced and complex administrative operation duties for the Office of Research Administration (ORA). Provide post award guidance to faculty and staff. Primary Responsibilities Accountant II – Prepares invoices and reports for reimbursement from federal, state, and other agencies for moderate to semi-complex awards. Assembles data and prepares financial reports for State Controller’s Office and Federal agencies. Performs reconciliations for various accounts. Audits accounts, vouchers, cash receipts, and reports. Posts and establishes new accounts as needed. Enters transactions and runs computer programs. Handles budget and cash transfers to include fund transfers. Oversees and assembles data from books of original entry and control records pertaining to grants and contracts. Prepares and analyzes various special, quarterly, monthly, and ad hoc reports and invoices. Receives and processes payments from sponsors for reimbursement. Provides accurate and timely entry of budgetary transactions, including Electronic Personnel Action Forms (EPAFs) and payroll redistributions. Provides guidance and assistance to principal investigators and department staff to determine how to effectively implement grant projects with assistance from supervisor. Examines moderate to semi-complex compliance requirements to determine that Sam Houston State University (SHSU) meets all guidelines and adheres to various sponsor regulations. Performs evaluations as needed to adjust grant budgets per sponsor guidelines. Participates actively in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report. Oversees and directs the project closures and record retention management to ensure contractual obligations and compliance requirements are met, including assisting with various internal and external audit reviews. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Accountant III – Prepares invoices and reports for reimbursement from federal, state, and other agencies for moderate to complex awards. Assembles data and prepares financial reports for State Controller’s Office and Federal agencies. Performs reconciliations for various accounts. Audits accounts, vouchers, cash receipts, and reports. Posts and establishes new accounts as needed. Enters transactions and runs computer programs. Handles budget and cash transfers to include fund transfers. Stays current on issues concerning Higher Education and Research Administration. Oversees and assembles data from books of original entry and control records pertaining to grants and contracts. Prepares and analyzes various special, quarterly, monthly, and ad hoc reports and invoices. Receives and processes payments from sponsors for reimbursement. Interprets and explains University policies/procedures related to post/award grant budgets and allowable spending. Identifies and incorporates continuous changes in federal, state, and/or local policies ensuring University and department compliance. Provides accurate and timely entry of budgetary transactions, including Electronic Personnel Action Forms (EPAFs) and payroll redistributions. Provides guidance and assistance to principal investigators and department staff to determine how to effectively implement grant projects. Examines complex compliance requirements to determine that Sam Houston State University (SHSU) meets all guidelines and adheres to various sponsor regulations. Performs evaluations as needed to adjust grant budgets per sponsor guidelines. Participates actively in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report. Oversees and directs the project closures and record retention management to ensure contractual obligations and compliance requirements are met, including assisting with various internal and external audit reviews. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and boards of directors. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to feel, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45054 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Requisition 202500310S Title Accountant II or III - Office of Research Administration (1 Position to be Filled) FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary This position is a pay grade 11 or 13. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/550174.pdf.Occupational Category Professional Department Associate Controller - Financial Reporting Division Division of Finance and Operations Open Date 09/30/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Educational and Experience Requirement Accountant II - Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a business-related field required from a four-year college. Three years of professional governmental or commercial accounting experience. Master’s degree in Business or Accounting or Certified Public Accountant certification could be considered in place of experience.
Accountant III – Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a business-related field required from a four-year college. Four years of professional governmental or commercial accounting experience. Master’s degree in Business or Accounting or Certified Public Accountant certification could be considered in place of experience. Nature & Purpose of Position Accountant II – Performs mid-level and semi-complex post-award accounting and financial reporting. Performs accounting and related assignments involving the recording, analysis and reporting of financial data related to grants. Oversee and manage intermediate and semi-complex administrative operation duties for the Office of Research Administration (ORA). Provide post award guidance to faculty and staff.
Accountant III – Performs mid to high level and complex post-award accounting and financial reporting. Performs accounting and related assignments involving the recording, analysis and reporting of financial data related to grants. Oversee and manage intermediate to advanced and complex administrative operation duties for the Office of Research Administration (ORA). Provide post award guidance to faculty and staff. Primary Responsibilities Accountant II – Prepares invoices and reports for reimbursement from federal, state, and other agencies for moderate to semi-complex awards. Assembles data and prepares financial reports for State Controller’s Office and Federal agencies. Performs reconciliations for various accounts. Audits accounts, vouchers, cash receipts, and reports. Posts and establishes new accounts as needed. Enters transactions and runs computer programs. Handles budget and cash transfers to include fund transfers. Oversees and assembles data from books of original entry and control records pertaining to grants and contracts. Prepares and analyzes various special, quarterly, monthly, and ad hoc reports and invoices. Receives and processes payments from sponsors for reimbursement. Provides accurate and timely entry of budgetary transactions, including Electronic Personnel Action Forms (EPAFs) and payroll redistributions. Provides guidance and assistance to principal investigators and department staff to determine how to effectively implement grant projects with assistance from supervisor. Examines moderate to semi-complex compliance requirements to determine that Sam Houston State University (SHSU) meets all guidelines and adheres to various sponsor regulations. Performs evaluations as needed to adjust grant budgets per sponsor guidelines. Participates actively in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report. Oversees and directs the project closures and record retention management to ensure contractual obligations and compliance requirements are met, including assisting with various internal and external audit reviews. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Accountant III – Prepares invoices and reports for reimbursement from federal, state, and other agencies for moderate to complex awards. Assembles data and prepares financial reports for State Controller’s Office and Federal agencies. Performs reconciliations for various accounts. Audits accounts, vouchers, cash receipts, and reports. Posts and establishes new accounts as needed. Enters transactions and runs computer programs. Handles budget and cash transfers to include fund transfers. Stays current on issues concerning Higher Education and Research Administration. Oversees and assembles data from books of original entry and control records pertaining to grants and contracts. Prepares and analyzes various special, quarterly, monthly, and ad hoc reports and invoices. Receives and processes payments from sponsors for reimbursement. Interprets and explains University policies/procedures related to post/award grant budgets and allowable spending. Identifies and incorporates continuous changes in federal, state, and/or local policies ensuring University and department compliance. Provides accurate and timely entry of budgetary transactions, including Electronic Personnel Action Forms (EPAFs) and payroll redistributions. Provides guidance and assistance to principal investigators and department staff to determine how to effectively implement grant projects. Examines complex compliance requirements to determine that Sam Houston State University (SHSU) meets all guidelines and adheres to various sponsor regulations. Performs evaluations as needed to adjust grant budgets per sponsor guidelines. Participates actively in the preparation of the Annual Financial Report. Oversees and directs the project closures and record retention management to ensure contractual obligations and compliance requirements are met, including assisting with various internal and external audit reviews. Performs other related duties as assigned. Other Specifications Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws. Ability to supervise business functions. Communicates with other university departments, personnel, and other agencies. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and boards of directors. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to feel, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds. Full Time Part Time Full Time Position Number Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/45054 EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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